Orthotric de Roger
Orthotrichum rogeri
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Orthotrichum rogeri faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its Mediterranean range, particularly through urbanization and agricultural intensification that destroys the specific bark substrates it requires. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering moisture regimes essential for this bryophyte's survival, while air pollution from industrial activities degrades the quality of its epiphytic habitat on host trees.
Habitat
This moss species grows as an epiphyte on the bark of deciduous trees, particularly favoring oak and other broad-leaved species in Mediterranean woodland and forest margins. It requires specific microclimate conditions with adequate humidity and is typically found at elevations between 200-800 meters in areas with moderate maritime influence.
Other threatened species in Orthotrichaceae
Threatened in Austria
Frequently asked questions
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