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Crested Cow-Wheat

Melampyrum cristatum

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Melampyrum cristatum (Crested Cow-Wheat)

Names in Other Languages

German Kamm-Wachtelweizen

Similar Species in Melampyrum

Melampyrum sylvaticum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crested Cow-Wheat?

The scientific name of Crested Cow-Wheat is Melampyrum cristatum. It belongs to the genus Melampyrum.

What is the conservation status of Crested Cow-Wheat?

Crested Cow-Wheat (Melampyrum cristatum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Crested Cow-Wheat live?

Crested Cow-Wheat is found in Distributed across Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Crested Cow-Wheat belong to?

Crested Cow-Wheat (Melampyrum cristatum) belongs to the genus Melampyrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Orobanchaceae.

Is Crested Cow-Wheat endangered?

Yes, Crested Cow-Wheat (Melampyrum cristatum) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Crested Cow-Wheat belong to?

Crested Cow-Wheat (Melampyrum cristatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of Crested Cow-Wheat?

The closest relatives of Crested Cow-Wheat in the genus Melampyrum include American Cow-Wheat, Small Cow-Wheat, common cow-wheat, field cow-wheat.