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bog apple moss

Philonotis marchica

Vulnerable

About

The bog apple moss (Philonotis marchica) is a species in the genus Philonotis. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Native to Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Bartramiales (Bartramiales)

Species

Philonotis marchica (bog apple moss)

Names in Other Languages

French hygrophile de la Marche

German Märkisches Quellmoos

Similar Species in Philonotis

Swan-necked Apple-moss

Thick-nerved Apple-moss

Philonotis caespitosa

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bog apple moss?

The scientific name of bog apple moss is Philonotis marchica. It belongs to the genus Philonotis.

What is the conservation status of bog apple moss?

bog apple moss (Philonotis marchica) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does bog apple moss live?

bog apple moss is found in Widely distributed across Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does bog apple moss belong to?

bog apple moss (Philonotis marchica) belongs to the genus Philonotis, which is part of the taxonomic family Bartramiaceae.

Is bog apple moss endangered?

Yes, bog apple moss (Philonotis marchica) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does bog apple moss belong to?

bog apple moss (Philonotis marchica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of bog apple moss?

The closest relatives of bog apple moss in the genus Philonotis include Rigid Apple-moss, Fountain Apple-Moss, Swan-necked Apple-moss, Spiral Apple-moss, Thick-nerved Apple-moss.