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small red peat moss

Sphagnum capillifolium

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Sphagnopsida (Sphagnopsida)

Order

Sphagnales (Sphagnales)

Species

Sphagnum capillifolium (small red peat moss)

Names in Other Languages

French sphaigne capillaire

German Spitzblättriges Torfmoos

Similar Species in Sphagnum

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Angerman's peat moss

Sphagnum angermanicum

Near Threatened

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Aongstroem's peat moss

Sphagnum aongstroemii

Blunt-Leaved Bog-Moss

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of small red peat moss?

The scientific name of small red peat moss is Sphagnum capillifolium. It belongs to the genus Sphagnum.

What is the conservation status of small red peat moss?

small red peat moss (Sphagnum capillifolium) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does small red peat moss live?

small red peat moss is found in Widely distributed across Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does small red peat moss belong to?

small red peat moss (Sphagnum capillifolium) belongs to the genus Sphagnum, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphagnaceae.

Is small red peat moss endangered?

Yes, small red peat moss (Sphagnum capillifolium) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does small red peat moss belong to?

small red peat moss (Sphagnum capillifolium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of small red peat moss?

The closest relatives of small red peat moss in the genus Sphagnum include Angerman's peat moss, Aongstroem's peat moss, arctic peat moss, Austin's peat moss, Baltic peat moss.