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capillary thread moss

Meesia uliginosa

Extinct

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The Capillary Thread Moss (Meesia uliginosa) is a species in the genus Meesia. It is currently classified as Extinct (EX) 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 Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

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

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Splachnales (Splachnales)

Species

Meesia uliginosa (capillary thread moss)

Names in Other Languages

French meesie des marais

German Haar-Bruchmoos

Similar Species in Meesia

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three-angled thread moss

Meesia triquetra

Extinct

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triangular-leaved thread moss

Meesia hexasticha

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of capillary thread moss?

The scientific name of capillary thread moss is Meesia uliginosa. It belongs to the genus Meesia.

What is the conservation status of capillary thread moss?

capillary thread moss (Meesia uliginosa) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.

Where does capillary thread moss live?

capillary thread moss is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does capillary thread moss belong to?

capillary thread moss (Meesia uliginosa) belongs to the genus Meesia, which is part of the taxonomic family Meesiaceae.

What kingdom does capillary thread moss belong to?

capillary thread moss (Meesia uliginosa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of capillary thread moss?

The closest relatives of capillary thread moss in the genus Meesia include three-angled thread moss, triangular-leaved thread moss.