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Summer snowflake

Leucojum aestivum

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate grasslands and steppes, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (India), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇦🇷 Argentina 🇦🇺 Australia 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇦 Canada 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇮🇳 India 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Species

Leucojum aestivum (Summer snowflake)

Names in Other Languages

French nivéole dété

German Sommer-Knotenblume

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Summer snowflake?

The scientific name of Summer snowflake is Leucojum aestivum. It belongs to the genus Leucojum.

What is the conservation status of Summer snowflake?

Summer snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Summer snowflake live?

Summer snowflake is found in Widely distributed across Asia (India), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Summer snowflake belong to?

Summer snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) belongs to the genus Leucojum, which is part of the taxonomic family Amaryllidaceae.

Is Summer snowflake endangered?

Yes, Summer snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Summer snowflake belong to?

Summer snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Summer snowflake?

The closest relatives of Summer snowflake in the genus Leucojum include Spring Snowflake.