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Spotted ladysthumb

Persicaria maculosa

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and mangrove forests and coastal wetlands within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (Bangladesh, Taiwan), Europe (10 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Persicaria maculosa (Spotted ladysthumb)

Names in Other Languages

French renouée persicaire

German Floh-Knöterich

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spotted ladysthumb?

The scientific name of Spotted ladysthumb is Persicaria maculosa. It belongs to the genus Persicaria.

What is the conservation status of Spotted ladysthumb?

Spotted ladysthumb (Persicaria maculosa) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Spotted ladysthumb live?

Spotted ladysthumb is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Bangladesh, Taiwan), Europe (10 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Denmark.

What family does Spotted ladysthumb belong to?

Spotted ladysthumb (Persicaria maculosa) belongs to the genus Persicaria, which is part of the taxonomic family Polygonaceae.

Is Spotted ladysthumb endangered?

No, Spotted ladysthumb (Persicaria maculosa) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Spotted ladysthumb belong to?

Spotted ladysthumb (Persicaria maculosa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Spotted ladysthumb?

The closest relatives of Spotted ladysthumb in the genus Persicaria include American Jumpseed, American Tearthumb, Amphibious Bistort, Asiatic tearthumb, Bristly Lady'S Thumb.