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Redvein dock

Rumex sanguineus

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 7 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇧🇬 Bulgaria 🇨🇦 Canada 🇨🇱 Chile 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇯🇵 Japan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Rumex sanguineus (Redvein dock)

Names in Other Languages

French oseille sanguine

German Blutampfer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Redvein dock?

The scientific name of Redvein dock is Rumex sanguineus. It belongs to the genus Rumex.

What is the conservation status of Redvein dock?

Redvein dock (Rumex sanguineus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Redvein dock live?

Redvein dock is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Chile). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Japan, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Redvein dock belong to?

Redvein dock (Rumex sanguineus) belongs to the genus Rumex, which is part of the taxonomic family Polygonaceae.

Is Redvein dock endangered?

Yes, Redvein dock (Rumex sanguineus) 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 Redvein dock belong to?

Redvein dock (Rumex sanguineus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Redvein dock?

The closest relatives of Redvein dock in the genus Rumex include Alpine Dock, American Golden Dock, Arctic dock, Asiatic dock, Bitter Dock.