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Slender Bristle-moss

Orthotrichum tenellum

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇦 Canada 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Zartes Goldhaarmoos

Similar Species in Orthotrichum

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dwarf bristle moss
Orthotrichum pumilum
Data Deficient
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Elegant Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum pulchellum
Least Concern
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Hooded Bristle-Moss
Orthotrichum cupulatum
Least Concern
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pale bristle moss
Orthotrichum pallens
Least Concern
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River Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum rivulare
Endangered
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sharp-leaved bristle moss
Orthotrichum alpestre
Least Concern
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Spruce's Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum sprucei
Critically Endangered
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starlike bristle moss
Orthotrichum stellatum
Critically Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Slender Bristle-moss?
The scientific name of Slender Bristle-moss is Orthotrichum tenellum. It belongs to the genus Orthotrichum.
What is the conservation status of Slender Bristle-moss?
Slender Bristle-moss (Orthotrichum tenellum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Slender Bristle-moss live?
Slender Bristle-moss is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.
What family does Slender Bristle-moss belong to?
Slender Bristle-moss (Orthotrichum tenellum) belongs to the genus Orthotrichum, which is part of the taxonomic family Orthotrichaceae.
Is Slender Bristle-moss endangered?
No, Slender Bristle-moss (Orthotrichum tenellum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Slender Bristle-moss belong to?
Slender Bristle-moss (Orthotrichum tenellum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Slender Bristle-moss?
The closest relatives of Slender Bristle-moss in the genus Orthotrichum include dwarf bristle moss, Elegant Bristle-moss, Hooded Bristle-Moss, pale bristle moss, River Bristle-moss.

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Orthotrichum — 12 Species

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dwarf bristle moss
Orthotrichum pumilum
DD 🐾
Elegant Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum pulchellum
LC 🐾
Hooded Bristle-Moss
Orthotrichum cupulatum
LC 🐾
pale bristle moss
Orthotrichum pallens
LC 🐾
River Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum rivulare
EN 🐾
sharp-leaved bristle moss
Orthotrichum alpestre
LC
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Slender Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum tenellum
LC
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Spruce's Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum sprucei
CR 🐾
starlike bristle moss
Orthotrichum stellatum
CR 🐾
Straw Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum stramineum
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Welsh Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum cambrense
DD 🐾
White-tipped Bristle-moss
Orthotrichum diaphanum
LC
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