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Greater Pincushion

Ptychomitrium polyphyllum

Extinct
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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found across Europe (6 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Names in Other Languages

German Vielblättriges Faltenmützenmoos

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Bryophyta
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Bryopsida
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Grimmiales
Order
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Ptychomitriaceae
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Ptychomitrium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Greater Pincushion?
The scientific name of Greater Pincushion is Ptychomitrium polyphyllum. It belongs to the genus Ptychomitrium.
What is the conservation status of Greater Pincushion?
Greater Pincushion (Ptychomitrium polyphyllum) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Greater Pincushion live?
Greater Pincushion is found in Found across Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.
What family does Greater Pincushion belong to?
Greater Pincushion (Ptychomitrium polyphyllum) belongs to the genus Ptychomitrium, which is part of the taxonomic family Ptychomitriaceae.
What kingdom does Greater Pincushion belong to?
Greater Pincushion (Ptychomitrium polyphyllum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Ptychomitrium — 1 Species

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Greater Pincushion
Ptychomitrium polyphyllum
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