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brown peat moss

Sphagnum fuscum

Least Concern

About

The Brown Peat Moss (Sphagnum fuscum) is a species in the genus Sphagnum. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Sphagnopsida (Sphagnopsida)

Order

Sphagnales (Sphagnales)

Species

Sphagnum fuscum (brown peat moss)

Names in Other Languages

French sphaigne brune

German Braunes Torfmoos

Similar Species in Sphagnum

Blunt-Leaved Bog-Moss

Aongstroem's peat moss

Sphagnum aongstroemii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of brown peat moss?

The scientific name of brown peat moss is Sphagnum fuscum. It belongs to the genus Sphagnum.

What is the conservation status of brown peat moss?

brown peat moss (Sphagnum fuscum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does brown peat moss live?

brown peat moss is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does brown peat moss belong to?

brown peat moss (Sphagnum fuscum) belongs to the genus Sphagnum, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphagnaceae.

Is brown peat moss endangered?

No, brown peat moss (Sphagnum fuscum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does brown peat moss belong to?

brown peat moss (Sphagnum fuscum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of brown peat moss?

The closest relatives of brown peat moss in the genus Sphagnum include beautiful peat moss, Austin's peat moss, Blunt-Leaved Bog-Moss, charming peat moss, fulvous peat moss.