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Arctic Wheatgrass

Elymus violaceus

Least Concern

About

The Arctic Wheatgrass (Elymus violaceus) is a species in the genus Elymus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Canada, Norway, and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (อันดับหญ้า)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Elymus

Species

Elymus violaceus (Arctic Wheatgrass)

Names in Other Languages

French élyme latiglume

Similar Species in Elymus

Common Eastern Wildrye

Elymus virginicus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arctic Wheatgrass?

The scientific name of Arctic Wheatgrass is Elymus violaceus. It belongs to the genus Elymus.

What is the conservation status of Arctic Wheatgrass?

Arctic Wheatgrass (Elymus violaceus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Arctic Wheatgrass live?

Arctic Wheatgrass is found in Distributed across Canada, Norway, and United States.. Countries include Canada, Norway, United States.

What family does Arctic Wheatgrass belong to?

Arctic Wheatgrass (Elymus violaceus) belongs to the genus Elymus, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Arctic Wheatgrass endangered?

No, Arctic Wheatgrass (Elymus violaceus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Arctic Wheatgrass belong to?

Arctic Wheatgrass (Elymus violaceus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of Arctic Wheatgrass?

The closest relatives of Arctic Wheatgrass in the genus Elymus include Alaska wheatgrass, northern wheatgrass, Siberian wildrye, Couchgrass, Bearded Couch.