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Beech Fern

Phegopteris connectilis

Critically Endangered

About

The Beech Fern (Phegopteris connectilis) is a species in the genus Phegopteris. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate coniferous forests, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic re.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate coniferous forests, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Polypodiopsida (水龍骨綱)

Species

Phegopteris connectilis (Beech Fern)

Names in Other Languages

French phégoptéris faux-polypode

German Buchenfarn

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Beech Fern?

The scientific name of Beech Fern is Phegopteris connectilis. It belongs to the genus Phegopteris.

What is the conservation status of Beech Fern?

Beech Fern (Phegopteris connectilis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Beech Fern live?

Beech Fern is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Beech Fern belong to?

Beech Fern (Phegopteris connectilis) belongs to the genus Phegopteris, which is part of the taxonomic family Thelypteridaceae.

Is Beech Fern endangered?

Yes, Beech Fern (Phegopteris connectilis) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Beech Fern belong to?

Beech Fern (Phegopteris connectilis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).