Red Leskea

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Bryophyta

Class

Bryopsida (マゴケ綱)

Order

Hypnales (ハイゴケ目)

Family

Plagiotheciaceae

Genus

Orthothecium

Species

Orthothecium rufescens (Red Leskea)

Names in Other Languages

German Rötliches Seidenglanzmoos

Similar Species in Orthothecium

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shiny erect-capsule moss

Orthothecium strictum

Least Concern

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fine-leaved erect-capsule moss

Orthothecium intricatum

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red Leskea?

The scientific name of Red Leskea is Orthothecium rufescens. It belongs to the genus Orthothecium.

What is the conservation status of Red Leskea?

Red Leskea (Orthothecium rufescens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Red Leskea live?

Red Leskea is found in Distributed across Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Red Leskea belong to?

Red Leskea (Orthothecium rufescens) belongs to the genus Orthothecium, which is part of the taxonomic family Plagiotheciaceae.

Is Red Leskea endangered?

No, Red Leskea (Orthothecium rufescens) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Red Leskea belong to?

Red Leskea (Orthothecium rufescens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Red Leskea?

The closest relatives of Red Leskea in the genus Orthothecium include shiny erect-capsule moss, fine-leaved erect-capsule moss.