arctic twisted moss

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The Arctic twisted moss (Tortella arctica) is a species in the genus Tortella. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Bryophyta

Class

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Pottiales (Pottiales)

Family

Pottiaceae

Genus

Tortella

Species

Tortella arctica (arctic twisted moss)

Names in Other Languages

French tortelle arctique

Similar Species in Tortella

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Arisaig Crisp-moss

Tortella flavovirens

Endangered

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inclined twisted moss

Tortella inclinata

Near Threatened

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Sassari Crisp-moss

Tortella inflexa

Not Evaluated

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Clint Crisp-Moss

Tortella densa

Least Concern

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Neat Crisp-moss

Tortella nitida

Not Evaluated

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small twisted moss

Tortella humilis

Not Evaluated

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frizzled crisp moss

Tortella tortuosa

Vulnerable

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fragile twisted moss

Tortella fragilis

Least Concern

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vs Arisaig Crisp-moss vs inclined twisted moss vs Sassari Crisp-moss vs Clint Crisp-Moss

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of arctic twisted moss?

The scientific name of arctic twisted moss is Tortella arctica. It belongs to the genus Tortella.

Where does arctic twisted moss live?

arctic twisted moss is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.

What family does arctic twisted moss belong to?

arctic twisted moss (Tortella arctica) belongs to the genus Tortella, which is part of the taxonomic family Pottiaceae.

What kingdom does arctic twisted moss belong to?

arctic twisted moss (Tortella arctica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of arctic twisted moss?

The closest relatives of arctic twisted moss in the genus Tortella include Arisaig Crisp-moss, inclined twisted moss, Sassari Crisp-moss, Clint Crisp-Moss, Neat Crisp-moss.