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Besen-Gabelzahnmoos

Dicranum scoparium

Least Concern

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The Broom Fork-Moss (Dicranum scoparium) is a species in the genus Dicranum. 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

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Dicranales (Dicranales)

Species

Dicranum scoparium (Besen-Gabelzahnmoos)

Names in Other Languages

French bifurque à balais

German Besen-Gabelzahnmoos

Similar Species in Dicranum

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Gebogendes Gabelzahnmoos

Kastanienbraunes Gabelzahnmoos

Dicranum spadiceum

Least Concern

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Kurzblättriges Gabelzahnmoos

Unechtes Gabelzahnmoos

Dicranum spurium

Vulnerable

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Verlängertes Gebelzahnmoos

Dicranum elongatum

Least Concern

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Weißfilziges Gabelzahnmoos

Dicranum muehlenbeckii

Extinct

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Besen-Gabelzahnmoos?

The scientific name of Besen-Gabelzahnmoos is Dicranum scoparium. It belongs to the genus Dicranum.

What is the conservation status of Besen-Gabelzahnmoos?

Besen-Gabelzahnmoos (Dicranum scoparium) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Besen-Gabelzahnmoos live?

Besen-Gabelzahnmoos 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 Besen-Gabelzahnmoos belong to?

Besen-Gabelzahnmoos (Dicranum scoparium) belongs to the genus Dicranum, which is part of the taxonomic family Dicranaceae.

Is Besen-Gabelzahnmoos endangered?

No, Besen-Gabelzahnmoos (Dicranum scoparium) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Besen-Gabelzahnmoos belong to?

Besen-Gabelzahnmoos (Dicranum scoparium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Besen-Gabelzahnmoos?

The closest relatives of Besen-Gabelzahnmoos in the genus Dicranum include Gebogendes Gabelzahnmoos, Grünes Gabelzahnmoos, Kastanienbraunes Gabelzahnmoos, Kurzblättriges Gabelzahnmoos, Sumpf-Gabelzahnmoos.