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Wedge Flapwort

Leptoscyphus cuneifolius

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇧🇷 Brazil 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Marchantiophyta (liverwort)

Class

Jungermanniopsida (Jungermanniopsida)

Order

Jungermanniales (Jungermanniales)

Species

Leptoscyphus cuneifolius (Wedge Flapwort)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wedge Flapwort?

The scientific name of Wedge Flapwort is Leptoscyphus cuneifolius. It belongs to the genus Leptoscyphus.

What is the conservation status of Wedge Flapwort?

Wedge Flapwort (Leptoscyphus cuneifolius) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Wedge Flapwort live?

Wedge Flapwort is found in Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Wedge Flapwort belong to?

Wedge Flapwort (Leptoscyphus cuneifolius) belongs to the genus Leptoscyphus, which is part of the taxonomic family Lophocoleaceae.

Is Wedge Flapwort endangered?

Yes, Wedge Flapwort (Leptoscyphus cuneifolius) 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 Wedge Flapwort belong to?

Wedge Flapwort (Leptoscyphus cuneifolius) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).