Ecology: On wet rocks, often associated with waterfalls or seeps. Elevation: 1140-3140 m (Venezuela: 1700-1800 m, Colombia: 2700 m, Ecuador: 1680-1980 m, Peru: 2000-2400 m, Bolivia: 1140-3500 m). Distribution: Mexico, Central America, Tropical Andes, eastern United States, Europe, Mid East, Asia.
Scopelophila ligulata is distinguished by the bluntly acute to obtuse leaf apex and bordered margin by darker and smaller cells. Synonyms include Merceya difficilis Herzog & Thér. and Weissia agoyanensis Mitt.
Scopelophila ligulata se distingue por tener hojas con ápices obtusamente agudos a obtusos y margen bordeado por células oscuras y menores.