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Plagiochila arctica var. intermedia

Scientific Name: Plagiochila arctica var. intermedia

Family: Plagiochilaceae

Category: Liverwort

Growth: Nonvascular

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Plagiochila arctica

Plagiochila arctica, a liverwort, is a species within the genus Plagiochila. Several varieties are recognized, including Plagiochila arctica var. arctica, Plagiochila arctica var. intermedia, and Plagiochila arctica var. subarctica.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Phylum: Hepatophyta
  • Class: Jungermanniopsida
  • Order: Jungermanniales
  • Family: Plagiochilaceae
  • Genus: Plagiochila
  • Species: Plagiochila arctica
  • Varieties:
    • Plagiochila arctica var. arctica
    • Plagiochila arctica var. intermedia R.M. Schust.
    • Plagiochila arctica var. subarctica (Jörg.) Inoue
  • Synonyms: The text mentions several related names and classifications, which may be considered synonyms or closely related taxa depending on the taxonomic interpretation.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Plagiochila arctica is described as Arctic-montane, with a main distribution in tundra or above the tree line in temperate regions.
  • Specific locations mentioned include the Lyngenfjord (north of the Arctic Circle).
  • It is also associated with arctic Europe and arctic-alpine environments.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is described as nonvascular.