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Marsh Cress

Rorippa islandica

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including boreal forests and taiga, flooded grasslands and savannas, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (India), Europe (Iceland, Norway, Sweden), and North America (Canada, Mexico, United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇦 Canada 🇮🇸 Iceland 🇮🇳 India 🇱🇾 Libya 🇲🇽 Mexico 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Brassicales (Brassicales)

Species

Rorippa islandica (Marsh Cress)

Names in Other Languages

French rorippa d'Islande

German Isländische Sumpfkresse

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Amphibious Watercress

Rorippa amphibia

Least Concern

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Austrian Yellow-cress

Rorippa austriaca

Not Evaluated

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blunt-leaved watercress

curve-pod yellow cress

Rorippa barbareifolia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Marsh Cress?

The scientific name of Marsh Cress is Rorippa islandica. It belongs to the genus Rorippa.

What is the conservation status of Marsh Cress?

Marsh Cress (Rorippa islandica) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Marsh Cress live?

Marsh Cress is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (India), Europe (Iceland, Norway, Sweden), and North America (Canada, Mexico, United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Canada, Iceland, India, Libya, Mexico, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Marsh Cress belong to?

Marsh Cress (Rorippa islandica) belongs to the genus Rorippa, which is part of the taxonomic family Brassicaceae.

Is Marsh Cress endangered?

Yes, Marsh Cress (Rorippa islandica) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Marsh Cress belong to?

Marsh Cress (Rorippa islandica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Marsh Cress?

The closest relatives of Marsh Cress in the genus Rorippa include Amphibious Watercress, Austrian Yellow-cress, blunt-leaved watercress, Bog Marshcress, Creeping yellowcress.