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Limestone Woundwort

Stachys alpina

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Sweden, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Stachys alpina (Limestone Woundwort)

Names in Other Languages

German Alpen-Ziest

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Limestone Woundwort?

The scientific name of Limestone Woundwort is Stachys alpina. It belongs to the genus Stachys.

What is the conservation status of Limestone Woundwort?

Limestone Woundwort (Stachys alpina) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Limestone Woundwort live?

Limestone Woundwort is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Sweden, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Limestone Woundwort belong to?

Limestone Woundwort (Stachys alpina) belongs to the genus Stachys, which is part of the taxonomic family Lamiaceae.

Is Limestone Woundwort endangered?

Yes, Limestone Woundwort (Stachys alpina) 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 Limestone Woundwort belong to?

Limestone Woundwort (Stachys alpina) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Limestone Woundwort?

The closest relatives of Limestone Woundwort in the genus Stachys include Annual Yellow-woundwort, Bayburt Woundwort, Chinese-artichoke, Choruh Woundwort, Fomin's Woundwort.