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American climacium moss
Scientific Name: Climacium americanum
Family: Climaciaceae
Category: Moss
Growth: Nonvascular
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Other Names:
American Climacium Moss
The American Climacium Moss, scientifically known as Climacium americanum, is a fascinating moss species also referred to as American Tree Moss.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Climacium americanum Brid.
- Common Names: American Climacium Moss, American Tree Moss
- Family: Climaciaceae
- Genus: Climacium
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted
- Synonyms: Lobe-leaved Tree Moss
- Subspecies: Climacium americanum subsp. kindbergii (Renauld & Cardot) Kindberg
Distribution and Habitat
This moss is found in many parts of the world. In North America, Climacium species can be found from the subarctic regions and northeastern North America.
Morphological Characteristics
- Height: Approximately 2 inches.
- Spread: Approximately 6 inches.
- Forms loose, soft mats.
Ecology
One source mentions that some species within the genus Climacium have overlapping ranges, and one species is native to Europe but has been accidentally introduced to North America.
Quirky Facts
- A rare moss like Climacium americanum can be valued at around $35 for 1.25 square feet.
Further Information
The Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS) is one source for information on Climacium americanum. The Taxonomic Serial Number for Climacium americanum is 16452.
- Encyclopedia of Life
- iNaturalist
- USDA Agricultural Research Service
- American Bryological and Lichenological Society