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Sterile Beardless-moss

Weissia sterilis

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (พืช)
Phylum
Bryophyta
Class
Bryopsida (Bryopsida)
Order
Pottiales (Pottiales)
Family
Pottiaceae
Genus
Weissia
Species
Weissia sterilis (Sterile Beardless-moss)

Similar Species in Weissia

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Beaked Beardless-moss
Weissia rostellata
Critically Endangered
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green-tufted stubble moss
Weissia controversa
Least Concern
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Persson's Stubble-moss
Weissia perssonii
Near Threatened
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Pointed-leaved Stubble-moss
Weissia rutilans
Critically Endangered
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Small-mouthed Beardless-moss
Weissia brachycarpa
Endangered
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Spreading-leaved Beardless-moss
Weissia squarrosa
Critically Endangered
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Crisp Beardless-moss
Weissia longifolia
Endangered
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Curly Beardless-moss
Weissia condensa
Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sterile Beardless-moss?
The scientific name of Sterile Beardless-moss is Weissia sterilis. It belongs to the genus Weissia.
What is the conservation status of Sterile Beardless-moss?
Sterile Beardless-moss (Weissia sterilis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Sterile Beardless-moss live?
Sterile Beardless-moss is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Sterile Beardless-moss belong to?
Sterile Beardless-moss (Weissia sterilis) belongs to the genus Weissia, which is part of the taxonomic family Pottiaceae.
What kingdom does Sterile Beardless-moss belong to?
Sterile Beardless-moss (Weissia sterilis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).
What are the closest relatives of Sterile Beardless-moss?
The closest relatives of Sterile Beardless-moss in the genus Weissia include Beaked Beardless-moss, green-tufted stubble moss, Persson's Stubble-moss, Pointed-leaved Stubble-moss, Small-mouthed Beardless-moss.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Weissia — 9 Species

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Beaked Beardless-moss
Weissia rostellata
CR 🐾
green-tufted stubble moss
Weissia controversa
LC 🐾
Persson's Stubble-moss
Weissia perssonii
NT 🐾
Pointed-leaved Stubble-moss
Weissia rutilans
CR
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Sterile Beardless-moss
Weissia sterilis
NT
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Small-mouthed Beardless-moss
Weissia brachycarpa
EN 🐾
Spreading-leaved Beardless-moss
Weissia squarrosa
CR 🐾
Crisp Beardless-moss
Weissia longifolia
EN 🐾
Curly Beardless-moss
Weissia condensa
EN
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