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Prickly Featherwort

Plagiochila spinulosa

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Marchantiophyta (liverwort)

Class

Jungermanniopsida (Jungermanniopsida)

Order

Jungermanniales (Jungermanniales)

Species

Plagiochila spinulosa (Prickly Featherwort)

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

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Lesser Featherwort

Plagiochila porelloides

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Prickly Featherwort?

The scientific name of Prickly Featherwort is Plagiochila spinulosa. It belongs to the genus Plagiochila.

What is the conservation status of Prickly Featherwort?

Prickly Featherwort (Plagiochila spinulosa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Prickly Featherwort live?

Prickly Featherwort is found in Distributed across Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Prickly Featherwort belong to?

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

Is Prickly Featherwort endangered?

Yes, Prickly Featherwort (Plagiochila spinulosa) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Prickly Featherwort belong to?

Prickly Featherwort (Plagiochila spinulosa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Prickly Featherwort?

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