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arctic woodrush

Luzula nivalis

Endangered

About

The Arctic woodrush (Luzula nivalis) is a species in the genus Luzula. It is currently classified as Endangered 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, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇫🇮 Finland 🇨🇦 Canada

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Luzula nivalis (arctic woodrush)

Names in Other Languages

French luzule arctique

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of arctic woodrush?

The scientific name of arctic woodrush is Luzula nivalis. It belongs to the genus Luzula.

What is the conservation status of arctic woodrush?

arctic woodrush (Luzula nivalis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does arctic woodrush live?

arctic woodrush is found in Distributed across Canada, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Canada, Finland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does arctic woodrush belong to?

arctic woodrush (Luzula nivalis) belongs to the genus Luzula, which is part of the taxonomic family Juncaceae.

Is arctic woodrush endangered?

Yes, arctic woodrush (Luzula nivalis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does arctic woodrush belong to?

arctic woodrush (Luzula nivalis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of arctic woodrush?

The closest relatives of arctic woodrush in the genus Luzula include Common Wood-Rush, Forest Wood-Rush, great woodrush, Greenland woodrush, Hairy Wood-Rush.