🌿Native Nature

Italian alder

Alnus cordata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fagales ›Family: Betulaceae ›Genus: Alnus

About

Alnus cordata (Italian alder) is a tree or shrub species belonging to the family of Betulaceae and native to southern Apennine Mountains (Campania, Basilicata and Calabria, mainly on western mountain sides) and north-eastern mountains of Corsica. It has been introduced in Sicily and Sardinia and more recently in Central-North Italy, other European countries (France, Belgium, Spain, Azores, United Kingdom) and extra-European countries (Chile, New Zealand), where it has become naturalised.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Italian alder?
The scientific name of Italian alder is Alnus cordata.
What is the conservation status of Italian alder?
The Italian alder has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Italian alder belong to?
Italian alder belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Italian alder belong to?
Italian alder belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Italian alder belong to?
Italian alder belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Italian alder belong to?
Italian alder belongs to the order Fagales.
What family does Italian alder belong to?
Italian alder belongs to the family Betulaceae.
What genus does Italian alder belong to?
Italian alder belongs to the genus Alnus.