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chaffweed

Lysimachia minima

Vulnerable

About

The Chaffweed (Lysimachia minima) is a species in the genus Lysimachia. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (Canada), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇨🇦 Canada 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Lysimachia minima (chaffweed)

Names in Other Languages

French centenille

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of chaffweed?

The scientific name of chaffweed is Lysimachia minima. It belongs to the genus Lysimachia.

What is the conservation status of chaffweed?

chaffweed (Lysimachia minima) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does chaffweed live?

chaffweed is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (Canada), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does chaffweed belong to?

chaffweed (Lysimachia minima) belongs to the genus Lysimachia, which is part of the taxonomic family Primulaceae.

Is chaffweed endangered?

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

What kingdom does chaffweed belong to?

chaffweed (Lysimachia minima) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of chaffweed?

The closest relatives of chaffweed in the genus Lysimachia include arctic starflower, Bog Loosestrife, broad-leaf yellow loosestrife, Garden Loosestrife, sea milkwort.