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Slender Dogtooth Moss

Cynodontium gracilescens

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (حزازيات حقيقية)

Order

Dicranales (Dicranales)

Species

Cynodontium gracilescens (Slender Dogtooth Moss)

Names in Other Languages

German Zierliches Hundszahnmoos

Similar Species in Cynodontium

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Brunton's Dog-tooth

Cynodontium bruntonii

many-fruited dogtooth moss

Cynodontium polycarpon

Least Concern

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swollen dogtooth moss

Cynodontium strumiferum

Least Concern

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delicate dogtooth moss

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Slender Dogtooth Moss?

The scientific name of Slender Dogtooth Moss is Cynodontium gracilescens. It belongs to the genus Cynodontium.

What is the conservation status of Slender Dogtooth Moss?

Slender Dogtooth Moss (Cynodontium gracilescens) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Slender Dogtooth Moss live?

Slender Dogtooth Moss is found in Distributed across Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Slender Dogtooth Moss belong to?

Slender Dogtooth Moss (Cynodontium gracilescens) belongs to the genus Cynodontium, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhabdoweisiaceae.

Is Slender Dogtooth Moss endangered?

Yes, Slender Dogtooth Moss (Cynodontium gracilescens) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Slender Dogtooth Moss belong to?

Slender Dogtooth Moss (Cynodontium gracilescens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).

What are the closest relatives of Slender Dogtooth Moss?

The closest relatives of Slender Dogtooth Moss in the genus Cynodontium include Brunton's Dog-tooth, Jenner's Dog-tooth, many-fruited dogtooth moss, swollen dogtooth moss, delicate dogtooth moss.