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alpine leafy moss

Plagiomnium medium

Least Concern

About

The Alpine leafy moss (Plagiomnium medium) is a species in the genus Plagiomnium. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region. Distributed across Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Species

Plagiomnium medium (alpine leafy moss)

Names in Other Languages

French mnie intermédiaire

German Mittleres Kriechsternmoos

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long-beaked leafy moss

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Many-Fruited Thyme-Moss

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Hart's-tongue Thyme-moss

Plagiomnium undulatum

Toothed Plagiomnium Moss

Plagiomnium cuspidatum

Vulnerable

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curved leafy moss

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Data Deficient

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Drummond's leafy moss

Plagiomnium drummondii

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of alpine leafy moss?

The scientific name of alpine leafy moss is Plagiomnium medium. It belongs to the genus Plagiomnium.

What is the conservation status of alpine leafy moss?

alpine leafy moss (Plagiomnium medium) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does alpine leafy moss live?

alpine leafy moss is found in Distributed across Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does alpine leafy moss belong to?

alpine leafy moss (Plagiomnium medium) belongs to the genus Plagiomnium, which is part of the taxonomic family Mniaceae.

Is alpine leafy moss endangered?

No, alpine leafy moss (Plagiomnium medium) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does alpine leafy moss belong to?

alpine leafy moss (Plagiomnium medium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of alpine leafy moss?

The closest relatives of alpine leafy moss in the genus Plagiomnium include long-beaked leafy moss, Many-Fruited Thyme-Moss, marsh leafy moss, Hart's-tongue Thyme-moss, Tall Thyme-Moss.