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meadow thistle

Cirsium dissectum

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Belgium, Germany, Hungary, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇪 Germany 🇭🇺 Hungary 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Cirsium

Species

Cirsium dissectum (meadow thistle)

Names in Other Languages

French cirse anglais

German Englische Kratzdistel

Similar Species in Cirsium

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of meadow thistle?

The scientific name of meadow thistle is Cirsium dissectum. It belongs to the genus Cirsium.

What is the conservation status of meadow thistle?

meadow thistle (Cirsium dissectum) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does meadow thistle live?

meadow thistle is found in Distributed across Belgium, Germany, Hungary, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Germany, Hungary, Norway, Sweden.

What family does meadow thistle belong to?

meadow thistle (Cirsium dissectum) belongs to the genus Cirsium, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

Is meadow thistle endangered?

Yes, meadow thistle (Cirsium dissectum) 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 meadow thistle belong to?

meadow thistle (Cirsium dissectum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of meadow thistle?

The closest relatives of meadow thistle in the genus Cirsium include Albov's Thistle, Black Thistle, Boar Thistle, Brook Thistle, cabbage thistle.