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Bristly Haircap

Polytrichum piliferum

Least Concern

About

The Bristly Haircap (Polytrichum piliferum) is a species in the genus Polytrichum. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Polytrichopsida (Polytrichopsida)

Order

Polytrichales (Polytrichales)

Species

Polytrichum piliferum (Bristly Haircap)

Names in Other Languages

French polytric pilifère

German Glashaar-Widertonmoos

Similar Species in Polytrichum

hyperboreal haircap moss

Polytrichum hyperboreum

Least Concern

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juniper haircap moss

Polytrichum juniperinum

Not Evaluated

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Long-Stalked Haircap Moss

Polytrichum longisetum

Least Concern

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Jensen's haircap moss

Polytrichum jensenii

Least Concern

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Swartz's haircap moss

Polytrichum swartzii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bristly Haircap?

The scientific name of Bristly Haircap is Polytrichum piliferum. It belongs to the genus Polytrichum.

What is the conservation status of Bristly Haircap?

Bristly Haircap (Polytrichum piliferum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bristly Haircap live?

Bristly Haircap is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Bristly Haircap belong to?

Bristly Haircap (Polytrichum piliferum) belongs to the genus Polytrichum, which is part of the taxonomic family Polytrichaceae.

Is Bristly Haircap endangered?

No, Bristly Haircap (Polytrichum piliferum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bristly Haircap belong to?

Bristly Haircap (Polytrichum piliferum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of Bristly Haircap?

The closest relatives of Bristly Haircap in the genus Polytrichum include Bank Haircap Moss, bog haircap moss, Common Haircap, hyperboreal haircap moss, juniper haircap moss.