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lousewort

Pedicularis sylvatica

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Pedicularis sylvatica (lousewort)

Names in Other Languages

French pédiculaire des bois

German Waldmoorläusekraut

Similar Species in Pedicularis

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Betony

Pedicularis canadensis

Not Evaluated

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Furbish’s Lousewort

Pedicularis furbishiae

Pedicularis labradorica

Least Concern

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Lapland lousewort

Pedicularis lapponica

Least Concern

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marsh lousewort

Pedicularis palustris

Endangered

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pink-elephants

Pedicularis groenlandica

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of lousewort?

The scientific name of lousewort is Pedicularis sylvatica. It belongs to the genus Pedicularis.

What is the conservation status of lousewort?

lousewort (Pedicularis sylvatica) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does lousewort live?

lousewort is found in Distributed across Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does lousewort belong to?

lousewort (Pedicularis sylvatica) belongs to the genus Pedicularis, which is part of the taxonomic family Orobanchaceae.

Is lousewort endangered?

Yes, lousewort (Pedicularis sylvatica) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does lousewort belong to?

lousewort (Pedicularis sylvatica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of lousewort?

The closest relatives of lousewort in the genus Pedicularis include Betony, Furbish’s Lousewort, hairy lousewort, Labrador lousewort, Lapland lousewort.