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sickle moss

Sanionia uncinata

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

French faucillette à feuilles plissées
German Hakiges Sichelmoos

Similar Species in Sanionia

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coastal hook moss
Sanionia orthothecioides
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sickle moss?
The scientific name of sickle moss is Sanionia uncinata. It belongs to the genus Sanionia.
What is the conservation status of sickle moss?
sickle moss (Sanionia uncinata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does sickle moss live?
sickle moss is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does sickle moss belong to?
sickle moss (Sanionia uncinata) belongs to the genus Sanionia, which is part of the taxonomic family Scorpidiaceae.
Is sickle moss endangered?
No, sickle moss (Sanionia uncinata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does sickle moss belong to?
sickle moss (Sanionia uncinata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of sickle moss?
The closest relatives of sickle moss in the genus Sanionia include coastal hook moss.

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Sanionia — 2 Species

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coastal hook moss
Sanionia orthothecioides
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sickle moss
Sanionia uncinata
LC
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