🌿Native Nature

Golden-head Moss

Breutelia chrysocoma

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Bryophyta ›Class: Bryopsida ›Order: Bartramiales ›Family: Bartramiaceae ›Genus: Breutelia

About

Breutelia chrysocoma, also known as the bottle brush moss and the golden-head moss, is a species of moss in the Bartramiaceae family. It is an attractive and conspicuous moss found most commonly in the north Atlantic, with strongholds in western Britain, Ireland and western Norway. Other populations have been found across western and central Europe but far less common compared to the hyper-oceanic zone of northwest Europe. It is most commonly found on upland acidic grassland,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden-head Moss?
The scientific name of Golden-head Moss is Breutelia chrysocoma.
What is the conservation status of Golden-head Moss?
The Golden-head Moss has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Golden-head Moss belong to?
Golden-head Moss belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Golden-head Moss belong to?
Golden-head Moss belongs to the phylum Bryophyta.
What class does Golden-head Moss belong to?
Golden-head Moss belongs to the class Bryopsida.
What order does Golden-head Moss belong to?
Golden-head Moss belongs to the order Bartramiales.
What family does Golden-head Moss belong to?
Golden-head Moss belongs to the family Bartramiaceae.
What genus does Golden-head Moss belong to?
Golden-head Moss belongs to the genus Breutelia.