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golden thread moss

Leptobryum pyriforme

Least Concern

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 (Chile, Colombia).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (Plants)
Phylum
Bryophyta
Class
Bryopsida (Bryopsida)
Order
Splachnales (Splachnales)
Family
Meesiaceae
Genus
Leptobryum
Species
Leptobryum pyriforme (golden thread moss)

Names in Other Languages

French poirette commune
German Echtes Seidenbirnmoos

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of golden thread moss?
The scientific name of golden thread moss is Leptobryum pyriforme. It belongs to the genus Leptobryum.
What is the conservation status of golden thread moss?
golden thread moss (Leptobryum pyriforme) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does golden thread moss live?
golden thread moss is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does golden thread moss belong to?
golden thread moss (Leptobryum pyriforme) belongs to the genus Leptobryum, which is part of the taxonomic family Meesiaceae.
Is golden thread moss endangered?
No, golden thread moss (Leptobryum pyriforme) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does golden thread moss belong to?
golden thread moss (Leptobryum pyriforme) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

Native Range — 10 Countries

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Genus Leptobryum — 1 Species

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golden thread moss
Leptobryum pyriforme
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