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Glashaar-Widertonmoos

Polytrichum piliferum

Least Concern

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The Bristly Haircap (Polytrichum piliferum) is a species in the genus Polytrichum. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Polytrichopsida (Polytrichopsida)

Order

Polytrichales (Polytrichales)

Species

Polytrichum piliferum (Glashaar-Widertonmoos)

Names in Other Languages

French polytric pilifère

German Glashaar-Widertonmoos

Similar Species in Polytrichum

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Gwöhnliches Widertonmoos

Polytrichum perigoniale

Wacholder-Widertonmoos

Polytrichum juniperinum

Not Evaluated

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Swartz's haircap moss

Polytrichum pallidisetum

Data Deficient

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Long-Stalked Haircap Moss

Polytrichum longisetum

Least Concern

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hyperboreal haircap moss

Polytrichum hyperboreum

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Glashaar-Widertonmoos?

The scientific name of Glashaar-Widertonmoos is Polytrichum piliferum. It belongs to the genus Polytrichum.

What is the conservation status of Glashaar-Widertonmoos?

Glashaar-Widertonmoos (Polytrichum piliferum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Glashaar-Widertonmoos live?

Glashaar-Widertonmoos is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Glashaar-Widertonmoos belong to?

Glashaar-Widertonmoos (Polytrichum piliferum) belongs to the genus Polytrichum, which is part of the taxonomic family Polytrichaceae.

Is Glashaar-Widertonmoos endangered?

No, Glashaar-Widertonmoos (Polytrichum piliferum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Glashaar-Widertonmoos belong to?

Glashaar-Widertonmoos (Polytrichum piliferum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Glashaar-Widertonmoos?

The closest relatives of Glashaar-Widertonmoos in the genus Polytrichum include Gwöhnliches Widertonmoos, Kleines Widertonmoos, Moor-Widertonmoos, Wacholder-Widertonmoos, Eastern Haircap Moss.