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Opposite Stonewort

Chara contraria

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Charophyta (Charophyta)

Class

Charophyceae (Charophyceae)

Species

Chara contraria (Opposite Stonewort)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Opposite Stonewort?

The scientific name of Opposite Stonewort is Chara contraria. It belongs to the genus Chara.

What is the conservation status of Opposite Stonewort?

Opposite Stonewort (Chara contraria) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Opposite Stonewort live?

Opposite Stonewort is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Opposite Stonewort belong to?

Opposite Stonewort (Chara contraria) belongs to the genus Chara, which is part of the taxonomic family Characeae.

What kingdom does Opposite Stonewort belong to?

Opposite Stonewort (Chara contraria) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of Opposite Stonewort?

The closest relatives of Opposite Stonewort in the genus Chara include Baltic Stonewort, Bearded Stonewort, Bristly Stonewort, Convergent Stonewort, Hedgehog Stonewort.