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Bank Haircap Moss

Polytrichum formosum

Least Concern

About

The Bank Haircap Moss (Polytrichum formosum) is a species in the genus Polytrichum. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Polytrichopsida (Polytrichopsida)

Order

Polytrichales (Polytrichales)

Species

Polytrichum formosum (Bank Haircap Moss)

Names in Other Languages

French polytric élégant

Similar Species in Polytrichum

hyperboreal haircap moss

Polytrichum hyperboreum

Least Concern

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juniper haircap moss

Polytrichum juniperinum

Not Evaluated

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Long-Stalked Haircap Moss

Polytrichum longisetum

Least Concern

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Jensen's haircap moss

Polytrichum jensenii

Least Concern

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Swartz's haircap moss

Polytrichum piliferum

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bank Haircap Moss?

The scientific name of Bank Haircap Moss is Polytrichum formosum. It belongs to the genus Polytrichum.

What is the conservation status of Bank Haircap Moss?

Bank Haircap Moss (Polytrichum formosum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bank Haircap Moss live?

Bank Haircap Moss is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Bank Haircap Moss belong to?

Bank Haircap Moss (Polytrichum formosum) belongs to the genus Polytrichum, which is part of the taxonomic family Polytrichaceae.

Is Bank Haircap Moss endangered?

No, Bank Haircap Moss (Polytrichum formosum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bank Haircap Moss belong to?

Bank Haircap Moss (Polytrichum formosum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of Bank Haircap Moss?

The closest relatives of Bank Haircap Moss in the genus Polytrichum include bog haircap moss, Common Haircap, hyperboreal haircap moss, juniper haircap moss, Long-Stalked Haircap Moss.