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pear-shaped nodding moss

Pohlia lescuriana

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 Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Species

Pohlia lescuriana (pear-shaped nodding moss)

Names in Other Languages

French pohlie minuscule

German Kleines Pohlmoos

Similar Species in Pohlia

blunt-bud nodding moss

long-necked nodding moss

Andalusian nodding moss

Pohlia andalusica

Least Concern

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black-toothed nodding moss

Pohlia melanodon

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of pear-shaped nodding moss?

The scientific name of pear-shaped nodding moss is Pohlia lescuriana. It belongs to the genus Pohlia.

What is the conservation status of pear-shaped nodding moss?

pear-shaped nodding moss (Pohlia lescuriana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does pear-shaped nodding moss live?

pear-shaped nodding moss is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as 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 pear-shaped nodding moss belong to?

pear-shaped nodding moss (Pohlia lescuriana) belongs to the genus Pohlia, which is part of the taxonomic family Mniaceae.

Is pear-shaped nodding moss endangered?

Yes, pear-shaped nodding moss (Pohlia lescuriana) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does pear-shaped nodding moss belong to?

pear-shaped nodding moss (Pohlia lescuriana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of pear-shaped nodding moss?

The closest relatives of pear-shaped nodding moss in the genus Pohlia include black-toothed nodding moss, bog nodding moss, blunt-bud nodding moss, blunt nodding moss, long-necked nodding moss.