Meesia triquetra
three-ranked hump moss
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Family: Meesiaceae
Conservation status: CNPS 4.2
Meesia triquetra (three-ranked hump moss) is a California plant in the Meesiaceae family.
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Identification and appearance
Key characters: Differentiators are not available at this time.
Conservation status
CNPS 4.2
How to tell it apart
Differentiators are not available at this time.
Frequently asked questions
What plant family does Meesia triquetra belong to?
Meesia triquetra is in the Meesiaceae family, genus Meesia.
Is Meesia triquetra rare or endangered?
Meesia triquetra carries California Rare Plant Rank 4.2, state rank S4.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: CDFW CNDDB
Last updated 2026-10-07
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