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Chalk Screw-moss

Tortula vahliana

Vulnerable

About

The Chalk Screw-moss (Tortula vahliana) is a species in the genus Tortula. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇧🇪 Belgium

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Pottiales (Pottiales)

Species

Tortula vahliana (Chalk Screw-moss)

Names in Other Languages

German Flachrandiges Drehzahnmoos

Similar Species in Tortula

narrowed-leaved screw moss

Tortula protobryoides

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chalk Screw-moss?

The scientific name of Chalk Screw-moss is Tortula vahliana. It belongs to the genus Tortula.

What is the conservation status of Chalk Screw-moss?

Chalk Screw-moss (Tortula vahliana) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Chalk Screw-moss live?

Chalk Screw-moss is found in Distributed across Belgium, Norway, and Portugal. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Norway, Portugal.

What family does Chalk Screw-moss belong to?

Chalk Screw-moss (Tortula vahliana) belongs to the genus Tortula, which is part of the taxonomic family Pottiaceae.

Is Chalk Screw-moss endangered?

Yes, Chalk Screw-moss (Tortula vahliana) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Chalk Screw-moss belong to?

Chalk Screw-moss (Tortula vahliana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of Chalk Screw-moss?

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