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narrow-leaved peat moss

Sphagnum angustifolium

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Sphagnopsida (Sphagnopsida)

Order

Sphagnales (Sphagnales)

Species

Sphagnum angustifolium (narrow-leaved peat moss)

Names in Other Languages

French sphaigne à feuilles étroites

German Kurzblättriges 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 narrow-leaved peat moss?

The scientific name of narrow-leaved peat moss is Sphagnum angustifolium. It belongs to the genus Sphagnum.

What is the conservation status of narrow-leaved peat moss?

narrow-leaved peat moss (Sphagnum angustifolium) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does narrow-leaved peat moss live?

narrow-leaved peat moss is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does narrow-leaved peat moss belong to?

narrow-leaved peat moss (Sphagnum angustifolium) belongs to the genus Sphagnum, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphagnaceae.

Is narrow-leaved peat moss endangered?

Yes, narrow-leaved peat moss (Sphagnum angustifolium) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does narrow-leaved peat moss belong to?

narrow-leaved peat moss (Sphagnum angustifolium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of narrow-leaved peat moss?

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