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Mei Hua Cao (grass-of-parnassus)

Parnassia palustris

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Parnassia palustris (Mei Hua Cao)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Mei Hua Cao

French parnassie des marais

German Sumpf-Herzblatt

Similar Species in Parnassia

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American Grass-Of-Parnassus

Parnassia glauca

Least Concern

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Kotzebue's grass-of-Parnassus

Parnassia kotzebuei

Least Concern

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small-flowered grass-of-Parnassus

Parnassia parviflora

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mei Hua Cao?

The scientific name of Mei Hua Cao is Parnassia palustris. It belongs to the genus Parnassia.

What is the conservation status of Mei Hua Cao?

Mei Hua Cao (Parnassia palustris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mei Hua Cao live?

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

What family does Mei Hua Cao belong to?

Mei Hua Cao (Parnassia palustris) belongs to the genus Parnassia, which is part of the taxonomic family Parnassiaceae.

Is Mei Hua Cao endangered?

Yes, Mei Hua Cao (Parnassia palustris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Mei Hua Cao belong to?

Mei Hua Cao (Parnassia palustris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Mei Hua Cao?

The closest relatives of Mei Hua Cao in the genus Parnassia include American Grass-Of-Parnassus, Kotzebue's grass-of-Parnassus, small-flowered grass-of-Parnassus.