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Erlen-Milchling

Lactarius obscuratus

Least Concern

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The Alder Milkcap (Lactarius obscuratus) is a species in the genus Lactarius. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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 Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Russulales (Täublingsartige)

Species

Lactarius obscuratus (Erlen-Milchling)

Names in Other Languages

German Erlen-Milchling

Similar Species in Lactarius

Blasser Zonen-Milchling

Lactarius sanguifluus

Extinct

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Brauner Kiefern-Blutreizker

Lactarius quieticolor

Least Concern

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Braunfleckender Milchling

Lactarius fluens

Least Concern

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Braunzottiger Milchling

Lactarius mairei

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Erlen-Milchling?

The scientific name of Erlen-Milchling is Lactarius obscuratus. It belongs to the genus Lactarius.

What is the conservation status of Erlen-Milchling?

Erlen-Milchling (Lactarius obscuratus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Erlen-Milchling live?

Erlen-Milchling is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Erlen-Milchling belong to?

Erlen-Milchling (Lactarius obscuratus) belongs to the genus Lactarius, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

Is Erlen-Milchling endangered?

No, Erlen-Milchling (Lactarius obscuratus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Erlen-Milchling belong to?

Erlen-Milchling (Lactarius obscuratus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Erlen-Milchling?

The closest relatives of Erlen-Milchling in the genus Lactarius include Birken-Milchling, Blasser Zonen-Milchling, Blutreizker, Brauner Kiefern-Blutreizker, Braunfleckender Milchling.