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Flowering Rush

Butomus umbellatus

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 8 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (India, North Korea), Europe (7 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇦 Canada 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇳 India 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇰🇵 North Korea 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Alismatales (Alismatales)

Species

Butomus umbellatus (Flowering Rush)

Names in Other Languages

French jonc fleuri

German Schwanenblume

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Flowering Rush?

The scientific name of Flowering Rush is Butomus umbellatus. It belongs to the genus Butomus.

What is the conservation status of Flowering Rush?

Flowering Rush (Butomus umbellatus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Flowering Rush live?

Flowering Rush is found in Widely distributed across Asia (India, North Korea), Europe (7 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, India, Ireland, North Korea, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Flowering Rush belong to?

Flowering Rush (Butomus umbellatus) belongs to the genus Butomus, which is part of the taxonomic family Butomaceae.

Is Flowering Rush endangered?

Yes, Flowering Rush (Butomus umbellatus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Flowering Rush belong to?

Flowering Rush (Butomus umbellatus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).