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iwatsukiella moss
Scientific Name: Iwatsukiella
Family: Pterigynandraceae
Category: Moss
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Iwatsukiella Moss: A Detailed Overview
Iwatsukiella Moss, scientifically known as Iwatsukiella leucotricha, is a fascinating moss species belonging to the plant kingdom.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Iwatsukiella leucotricha (Mitt.) W.R. Buck & H.A. Crum
- Common Name: Iwatsukiella Moss
- Family: Pterigynandraceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonyms:
- Habrodon leucotrichus (Mitt.) Perss.
Distribution and Habitat
Iwatsukiella has been found on coniferous tree trunks in fog-drenched ridges in Oregon.
Morphological Characteristics
- Also known as "Hairy leaf-tip soft-teeth moss".
- Iwatsukiella leucotricha has shoots of comparable width, color, and leaves with ciliate-piliferous tips.
Ecological Role
In Fragrant Hill, Geophytia and petrophytia are the main moss vegetations, while Epixylophytia are less common.
Conservation Status
- State Endangered
- USFS sensitive rank: G4G5 / S1
Resources and Further Information
- MOST: Moss TROPICOS Database
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Barcode of Life Data Systems