White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Bryophyta

Class

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Encalyptales (Encalyptales)

Family

Encalyptaceae

Genus

Encalypta

Species

Encalypta brevicolla (White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss)

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alpine extinguisher moss

Encalypta alpina

Least Concern

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Common Extinguisher-moss

Encalypta vulgaris

Vulnerable

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fringed extinguisher moss

Encalypta ciliata

Least Concern

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ribbed extinguisher moss

Encalypta rhaptocarpa

Least Concern

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spiral extinguisher moss

Encalypta procera

Least Concern

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Spiral Extinguisher-Moss

Encalypta streptocarpa

Vulnerable

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stubby extinguisher moss

Encalypta brevipes

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss?

The scientific name of White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss is Encalypta brevicolla. It belongs to the genus Encalypta.

What is the conservation status of White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss?

White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss (Encalypta brevicolla) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss live?

White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.

What family does White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss belong to?

White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss (Encalypta brevicolla) belongs to the genus Encalypta, which is part of the taxonomic family Encalyptaceae.

Is White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss endangered?

No, White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss (Encalypta brevicolla) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss belong to?

White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss (Encalypta brevicolla) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss?

The closest relatives of White-mouthed Extinguisher-moss in the genus Encalypta include alpine extinguisher moss, Common Extinguisher-moss, fringed extinguisher moss, ribbed extinguisher moss, spiral extinguisher moss.