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black rock moss

Andreaea rupestris

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About

The Black rock moss (Andreaea rupestris) is a species in the genus Andreaea. Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Full Taxonomy

Andreaeopsida (Andreaeopsida)

Order

Andreaeales (Andreaeales)

Species

Andreaea rupestris (black rock moss)

Names in Other Languages

French andrée des rochers

Similar Species in Andreaea

Andreaea megistospora

thick-nerved rock moss

Andreaea crassinervia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of black rock moss?

The scientific name of black rock moss is Andreaea rupestris. It belongs to the genus Andreaea.

Where does black rock moss live?

black rock moss is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does black rock moss belong to?

black rock moss (Andreaea rupestris) belongs to the genus Andreaea, which is part of the taxonomic family Andreaeaceae.

What kingdom does black rock moss belong to?

black rock moss (Andreaea rupestris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of black rock moss?

The closest relatives of black rock moss in the genus Andreaea include Alpine Rock-moss, Big-spored Rock-moss, Blytt's rock moss, Icy Rock-moss, snow rock moss.