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Muehlenberg's astomum moss

Scientific Name: Astomum muehlenbergianum

Family: Pottiaceae

Category: Moss

Growth: Nonvascular

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Muehlenberg's Astomum Moss

Muehlenberg's Astomum Moss, scientifically known as Astomum muehlenbergianum, is a nonvascular plant belonging to the moss family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astomum muehlenbergianum (Sw.) Grout
  • Common Name: Muehlenberg's astomum moss
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Division: Bryophyta
  • Class: Bryopsida
  • Order: Pottiales
  • Family: Pottiaceae
  • Genus: Astomum
  • Synonyms: Astomum sullivantii Bruch & Schimp., Astomum phascoides (Hook. ex Drumm.)

Distribution and Habitat

This moss has been reported in locations such as Canada (specifically Ontario), the United States and Australia.

It is often found growing in soils over level outcrop and is characteristic of harsh habitats.

Additional Common Names

Besides Muehlenberg's Astomum Moss, it is also known as Western Astomum Moss.

Ecological Role

This moss species is considered imperiled in certain regions.

Further Information

For more information, you can consult resources such as:

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Garden Guides
  • USDA Plants Database