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Maltesecross

Silene chalcedonica

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Japan), Europe (4 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

🇦🇲 Armenia 🇳🇴 Norway 🇯🇵 Japan 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇿 Czech Republic 🇨🇦 Canada 🇷🇴 Romania 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (พืชใบเลี้ยงคู่)

Order

Caryophyllales (อันดับคาร์เนชัน)

Species

Silene chalcedonica (Maltesecross)

Names in Other Languages

French croix de Jérusalem

German brennende Liebe

Similar Species in Silene

greater arctic campion

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Maltesecross?

The scientific name of Maltesecross is Silene chalcedonica. It belongs to the genus Silene.

What is the conservation status of Maltesecross?

Maltesecross (Silene chalcedonica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Maltesecross live?

Maltesecross is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Japan), Europe (4 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Armenia, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Japan, Norway, Romania, United States.

What family does Maltesecross belong to?

Maltesecross (Silene chalcedonica) belongs to the genus Silene, which is part of the taxonomic family Caryophyllaceae.

Is Maltesecross endangered?

No, Maltesecross (Silene chalcedonica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Maltesecross belong to?

Maltesecross (Silene chalcedonica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of Maltesecross?

The closest relatives of Maltesecross in the genus Silene include Balkan Catchfly, Astarte's Catchfly, Bladder Campion, Bladder Campion, Branching Campion.