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Thuidium laeviusculum

Thuidium laeviusculum (Mitt.) A.Jaeger
Thuidium laeviusculum
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Thuidium laeviusculum is a species of moss in the family Thuidiaceae, first described in 1878 by A. Jaeger. It belongs to the genus Thuidium, which is characterized by its leafy, acrocarpous growth habit.

Description

Thuidium laeviusculum is a member of the Thuidiaceae family, a group of mosses typically found in moist, shaded environments. The genus Thuidium is known for its distinct leaf morphology and upright growth form. This species was first formally described in 1878 by A. Jaeger, based on earlier work by Mitt. It is part of a widespread and ecologically significant group of mosses found in various regions across the globe.

Synonyms

Leskea laeviusculaHypnum laeviusculum

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