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large wolverine moss

Psilopilum laevigatum

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (planta)
Phylum
Bryophyta
Class
Polytrichopsida (Polytrichopsida)
Order
Polytrichales (Polytrichales)
Family
Polytrichaceae
Genus
Psilopilum
Species
Psilopilum laevigatum (large wolverine moss)

Names in Other Languages

French faux-polytric lisse

Similar Species in Psilopilum

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little wolverine moss
Psilopilum cavifolium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of large wolverine moss?
The scientific name of large wolverine moss is Psilopilum laevigatum. It belongs to the genus Psilopilum.
What is the conservation status of large wolverine moss?
large wolverine moss (Psilopilum laevigatum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does large wolverine moss live?
large wolverine moss is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.
What family does large wolverine moss belong to?
large wolverine moss (Psilopilum laevigatum) belongs to the genus Psilopilum, which is part of the taxonomic family Polytrichaceae.
What kingdom does large wolverine moss belong to?
large wolverine moss (Psilopilum laevigatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).
What are the closest relatives of large wolverine moss?
The closest relatives of large wolverine moss in the genus Psilopilum include little wolverine moss.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Psilopilum — 2 Species

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large wolverine moss
Psilopilum laevigatum
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little wolverine moss
Psilopilum cavifolium
DD
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