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Hooded Bristle-Moss

Orthotrichum cupulatum

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Similar Species in Orthotrichum

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Alpen-Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum alpestre
Least Concern
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Bach-Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum rivulare
Endangered
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Blasses Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum pallens
Least Concern
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Gelbhaubiges Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum stramineum
Least Concern
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Glänzendes Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum stellatum
Critically Endangered
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Glashaartragendes Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum diaphanum
Least Concern
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Hübsches Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum pulchellum
Least Concern
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Spruces Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum sprucei
Critically Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hooded Bristle-Moss?
The scientific name of Hooded Bristle-Moss is Orthotrichum cupulatum. It belongs to the genus Orthotrichum.
What is the conservation status of Hooded Bristle-Moss?
Hooded Bristle-Moss (Orthotrichum cupulatum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Hooded Bristle-Moss live?
Hooded Bristle-Moss is found in Widely distributed across Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.
What family does Hooded Bristle-Moss belong to?
Hooded Bristle-Moss (Orthotrichum cupulatum) belongs to the genus Orthotrichum, which is part of the taxonomic family Orthotrichaceae.
Is Hooded Bristle-Moss endangered?
No, Hooded Bristle-Moss (Orthotrichum cupulatum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Hooded Bristle-Moss belong to?
Hooded Bristle-Moss (Orthotrichum cupulatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Hooded Bristle-Moss?
The closest relatives of Hooded Bristle-Moss in the genus Orthotrichum include Alpen-Goldhaarmoos, Bach-Goldhaarmoos, Blasses Goldhaarmoos, Gelbhaubiges Goldhaarmoos, Glänzendes Goldhaarmoos.

Native Range — 8 Countries

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Genus Orthotrichum — 12 Species

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Alpen-Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum alpestre
LC 🐾
Bach-Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum rivulare
EN 🐾
Blasses Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum pallens
LC 🐾
Gelbhaubiges Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum stramineum
LC 🐾
Glänzendes Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum stellatum
CR 🐾
Glashaartragendes Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum diaphanum
LC 🐾
Hübsches Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum pulchellum
LC 🐾
Spruces Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum sprucei
CR 🐾
Zartes Goldhaarmoos
Orthotrichum tenellum
LC
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Hooded Bristle-Moss
Orthotrichum cupulatum
LC
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Welsh Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum cambrense
DD 🐾
dwarf bristle moss
Orthotrichum pumilum
DD
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