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sheep laurel

Kalmia angustifolia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ericales ›Family: Ericaceae ›Genus: Kalmia

About

Kalmia angustifolia is a flowering shrub in the family Ericaceae, commonly known as sheep laurel. It is distributed in eastern North America from Ontario and Quebec south to Virginia. It grows commonly in dry habitats in the boreal forest, and may become dominant over large areas after fire or logging. Like many plant species of infertile habitats it has evergreen leaves and mycorrhizal associations with fungi. It is also found in drier area of peat bogs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sheep laurel?
The scientific name of sheep laurel is Kalmia angustifolia.
What kingdom does sheep laurel belong to?
sheep laurel belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does sheep laurel belong to?
sheep laurel belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does sheep laurel belong to?
sheep laurel belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does sheep laurel belong to?
sheep laurel belongs to the order Ericales.
What family does sheep laurel belong to?
sheep laurel belongs to the family Ericaceae.
What genus does sheep laurel belong to?
sheep laurel belongs to the genus Kalmia.