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Lesser Featherwort

Plagiochila porelloides

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Marchantiophyta (liverwort)

Class

Jungermanniopsida (Jungermanniopsida)

Order

Jungermanniales (Jungermanniales)

Species

Plagiochila porelloides (Lesser Featherwort)

Names in Other Languages

German Kleines Muschelmoos

Similar Species in Plagiochila

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British Featherwort

Plagiochila britannica

Least Concern

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Carrington's Featherwort

Plagiochila carringtonii

Not Evaluated

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Greater Featherwort

Plagiochila asplenioides

Vulnerable

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Killarney Featherwort

Plagiochila bifaria

Critically Endangered

Plagiochila spinulosa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser Featherwort?

The scientific name of Lesser Featherwort is Plagiochila porelloides. It belongs to the genus Plagiochila.

What is the conservation status of Lesser Featherwort?

Lesser Featherwort (Plagiochila porelloides) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lesser Featherwort live?

Lesser Featherwort is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Lesser Featherwort belong to?

Lesser Featherwort (Plagiochila porelloides) belongs to the genus Plagiochila, which is part of the taxonomic family Plagiochilaceae.

Is Lesser Featherwort endangered?

Yes, Lesser Featherwort (Plagiochila porelloides) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Lesser Featherwort belong to?

Lesser Featherwort (Plagiochila porelloides) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser Featherwort?

The closest relatives of Lesser Featherwort in the genus Plagiochila include British Featherwort, Carrington's Featherwort, Greater Featherwort, Killarney Featherwort, Petty Featherwort.