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narrowed-leaved screw moss

Tortula cernua

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Pottiales (Pottiales)

Species

Tortula cernua (narrowed-leaved screw moss)

Names in Other Languages

French tortule penchée

German Nickendes Bandzahnmoos

Similar Species in Tortula

Tortula protobryoides

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of narrowed-leaved screw moss?

The scientific name of narrowed-leaved screw moss is Tortula cernua. It belongs to the genus Tortula.

What is the conservation status of narrowed-leaved screw moss?

narrowed-leaved screw moss (Tortula cernua) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does narrowed-leaved screw moss live?

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

What family does narrowed-leaved screw moss belong to?

narrowed-leaved screw moss (Tortula cernua) belongs to the genus Tortula, which is part of the taxonomic family Pottiaceae.

Is narrowed-leaved screw moss endangered?

Yes, narrowed-leaved screw moss (Tortula cernua) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does narrowed-leaved screw moss belong to?

narrowed-leaved screw moss (Tortula cernua) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of narrowed-leaved screw moss?

The closest relatives of narrowed-leaved screw moss in the genus Tortula include alpine screw moss, Bordered Screw-moss, Hoppe's screw moss, mucronate screw moss, Rib-leaf Moss.