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streamside peat moss

Sphagnum riparium

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Sphagnopsida (сфагновые мхи)

Order

Sphagnales (сфагновые)

Species

Sphagnum riparium (streamside peat moss)

Names in Other Languages

French sphaigne des rivages

German Ufer-Torfmoos

Similar Species in Sphagnum

Blunt-Leaved Bog-Moss

Aongstroem's peat moss

Sphagnum aongstroemii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of streamside peat moss?

The scientific name of streamside peat moss is Sphagnum riparium. It belongs to the genus Sphagnum.

What is the conservation status of streamside peat moss?

streamside peat moss (Sphagnum riparium) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does streamside peat moss live?

streamside peat moss is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does streamside peat moss belong to?

streamside peat moss (Sphagnum riparium) belongs to the genus Sphagnum, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphagnaceae.

Is streamside peat moss endangered?

Yes, streamside peat moss (Sphagnum riparium) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does streamside peat moss belong to?

streamside peat moss (Sphagnum riparium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (растения).

What are the closest relatives of streamside peat moss?

The closest relatives of streamside peat moss in the genus Sphagnum include beautiful peat moss, Austin's peat moss, Blunt-Leaved Bog-Moss, brown peat moss, charming peat moss.