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Bristlelike Quillwort

Isoetes echinospora

Critically Endangered

About

The Bristlelike Quillwort (Isoetes echinospora) is a species in the genus Isoetes. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and boreal forests and taiga within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and boreal forests and taiga within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇸 Iceland 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Isoetes echinospora (Bristlelike Quillwort)

Names in Other Languages

French isoète à spores spinuleuses

German Stachelsporiges Brachsenkraut

Similar Species in Isoetes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bristlelike Quillwort?

The scientific name of Bristlelike Quillwort is Isoetes echinospora. It belongs to the genus Isoetes.

What is the conservation status of Bristlelike Quillwort?

Bristlelike Quillwort (Isoetes echinospora) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bristlelike Quillwort live?

Bristlelike Quillwort is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Bristlelike Quillwort belong to?

Bristlelike Quillwort (Isoetes echinospora) belongs to the genus Isoetes, which is part of the taxonomic family Isoetaceae.

Is Bristlelike Quillwort endangered?

Yes, Bristlelike Quillwort (Isoetes echinospora) 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 Bristlelike Quillwort belong to?

Bristlelike Quillwort (Isoetes echinospora) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Bristlelike Quillwort?

The closest relatives of Bristlelike Quillwort in the genus Isoetes include Andorran Quillwort, Appalachian Quillwort, Bolander's quillwort, coastal quillwort, Gascoyne Quillwort.