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Alpine Silk-moss

Plagiothecium platyphyllum

Near Threatened

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The Alpine Silk-moss (Plagiothecium platyphyllum) is a species in the genus Plagiothecium. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region. Distributed across Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Species

Plagiothecium platyphyllum (Alpine Silk-moss)

Names in Other Languages

German Breitblättriges Plattmoos

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alder silk moss

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Waved Silk-moss

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Woodsy Silk-Moss

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Juicy Silk-Moss

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dented silk moss

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Curved Silk-Moss

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alpine Silk-moss?

The scientific name of Alpine Silk-moss is Plagiothecium platyphyllum. It belongs to the genus Plagiothecium.

What is the conservation status of Alpine Silk-moss?

Alpine Silk-moss (Plagiothecium platyphyllum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Alpine Silk-moss live?

Alpine Silk-moss is found in Distributed across Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Alpine Silk-moss belong to?

Alpine Silk-moss (Plagiothecium platyphyllum) belongs to the genus Plagiothecium, which is part of the taxonomic family Plagiotheciaceae.

What kingdom does Alpine Silk-moss belong to?

Alpine Silk-moss (Plagiothecium platyphyllum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).

What are the closest relatives of Alpine Silk-moss?

The closest relatives of Alpine Silk-moss in the genus Plagiothecium include alder silk moss, Waved Silk-moss, bright silk moss, round silk moss, Woodsy Silk-Moss.