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Ashen Woodwax

Hygrophorus mesotephrus

Vulnerable

About

Ashen woodwax (Hygrophorus mesotephrus) is a species in the genus Hygrophorus. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (فطر)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (دعاميات)

Class

Agaricomycetes (غاريقونانية)

Order

Agaricales (غاريقونيات)

Species

Hygrophorus mesotephrus (Ashen Woodwax)

Names in Other Languages

German Graubrauner Schleimstielschneckl

Similar Species in Hygrophorus

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Arched Woodwax

Hygrophorus camarophyllus

Critically Endangered

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Blistered Woodwax

Hygrophorus pustulatus

Least Concern

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Hygrophorus persoonii

Near Threatened

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Forest Woodwax

Hygrophorus arbustivus

Extinct

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Gold Flecked Woodwax

Hygrophorus chrysodon

Endangered

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Herald of Winter

Hygrophorus hypothejus

Critically Endangered

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Almond Woodwax

Hygrophorus agathosmus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ashen Woodwax?

The scientific name of Ashen Woodwax is Hygrophorus mesotephrus. It belongs to the genus Hygrophorus.

What is the conservation status of Ashen Woodwax?

Ashen Woodwax (Hygrophorus mesotephrus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ashen Woodwax live?

Ashen Woodwax is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Ashen Woodwax belong to?

Ashen Woodwax (Hygrophorus mesotephrus) belongs to the genus Hygrophorus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hygrophoraceae.

Is Ashen Woodwax endangered?

Yes, Ashen Woodwax (Hygrophorus mesotephrus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ashen Woodwax belong to?

Ashen Woodwax (Hygrophorus mesotephrus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (فطر).

What are the closest relatives of Ashen Woodwax?

The closest relatives of Ashen Woodwax in the genus Hygrophorus include Almond Woodwax, Arched Woodwax, Blistered Woodwax, , Forest Woodwax.