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European water plantain

Alisma plantago-aquatica

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zimbabwe), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Brazil, Chile).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇨🇦 Canada 🇨🇱 Chile 🇺🇸 United States 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Alisma plantago-aquatica (European water plantain)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Llantén de Agua

French plantain deau commun

German Gemeiner Froschlöffel

Arabic Seïf El Ma

Similar Species in Alisma

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Alisma Graminoide

Alisma gramineum

Critically Endangered

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American Water Plantain

Alisma subcordatum

Least Concern

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Lanceleaf water plantain

Alisma lanceolatum

Least Concern

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Northern Water Plantain

Alisma triviale

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European water plantain?

The scientific name of European water plantain is Alisma plantago-aquatica. It belongs to the genus Alisma.

What is the conservation status of European water plantain?

European water plantain (Alisma plantago-aquatica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European water plantain live?

European water plantain is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zimbabwe), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Brazil, Chile).. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden.

What family does European water plantain belong to?

European water plantain (Alisma plantago-aquatica) belongs to the genus Alisma, which is part of the taxonomic family Alismataceae.

Is European water plantain endangered?

No, European water plantain (Alisma plantago-aquatica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does European water plantain belong to?

European water plantain (Alisma plantago-aquatica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of European water plantain?

The closest relatives of European water plantain in the genus Alisma include Alisma Graminoide, American Water Plantain, Lanceleaf water plantain, Northern Water Plantain.