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Blunt-leaved Earwort

Diplophyllum obtusifolium

Critically Endangered

About

The Blunt-leaved Earwort (Diplophyllum obtusifolium) is a species in the genus Diplophyllum. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and temperate broadleaf and mixed forests spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and temperate broadleaf and mixed forests spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms.

Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Marchantiophyta (liverwort)

Class

Jungermanniopsida (Jungermanniopsida)

Order

Jungermanniales (Jungermanniales)

Species

Diplophyllum obtusifolium (Blunt-leaved Earwort)

Names in Other Languages

German Stumpflappiges Doppeltblattmoos

Similar Species in Diplophyllum

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Alpine Earwort

Diplophyllum taxifolium

Least Concern

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white earwort

Diplophyllum albicans

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blunt-leaved Earwort?

The scientific name of Blunt-leaved Earwort is Diplophyllum obtusifolium. It belongs to the genus Diplophyllum.

What is the conservation status of Blunt-leaved Earwort?

Blunt-leaved Earwort (Diplophyllum obtusifolium) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blunt-leaved Earwort live?

Blunt-leaved Earwort is found in Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Blunt-leaved Earwort belong to?

Blunt-leaved Earwort (Diplophyllum obtusifolium) belongs to the genus Diplophyllum, which is part of the taxonomic family Scapaniaceae.

Is Blunt-leaved Earwort endangered?

Yes, Blunt-leaved Earwort (Diplophyllum obtusifolium) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Blunt-leaved Earwort belong to?

Blunt-leaved Earwort (Diplophyllum obtusifolium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Blunt-leaved Earwort?

The closest relatives of Blunt-leaved Earwort in the genus Diplophyllum include Alpine Earwort, white earwort.