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Purple Crystalwort

Riccia beyrichiana

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Marchantiophyta (Ciğer otları)

Class

Marchantiopsida (Marchantiopsida)

Order

Marchantiales (Marchantiales)

Species

Riccia beyrichiana (Purple Crystalwort)

Names in Other Languages

German Berichs Sternlebermoos

Similar Species in Riccia

cavernous crystalwort

Riccia cavernosa

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Purple Crystalwort?

The scientific name of Purple Crystalwort is Riccia beyrichiana. It belongs to the genus Riccia.

What is the conservation status of Purple Crystalwort?

Purple Crystalwort (Riccia beyrichiana) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Purple Crystalwort live?

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

What family does Purple Crystalwort belong to?

Purple Crystalwort (Riccia beyrichiana) belongs to the genus Riccia, which is part of the taxonomic family Ricciaceae.

Is Purple Crystalwort endangered?

Yes, Purple Crystalwort (Riccia beyrichiana) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Purple Crystalwort belong to?

Purple Crystalwort (Riccia beyrichiana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of Purple Crystalwort?

The closest relatives of Purple Crystalwort in the genus Riccia include Black Crystalwort, Blue Crystalwort, cavernous crystalwort, Channelled Crystalwort, Ciliate Crystalwort.