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Birch Polypore

Fomitopsis betulina

Least Concern

About

The Birch Polypore (Fomitopsis betulina) is a species in the genus Fomitopsis. 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 Denmark and United States.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Polyporales (Stielporlingsartige)

Species

Fomitopsis betulina (Birch Polypore)

Similar Species in Fomitopsis

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Apothekerschwamm

Fomitopsis officinalis

Endangered

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Rotrandiger Baumschwamm

Fomitopsis pinicola

Least Concern

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American Brown Fomitopsis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Birch Polypore?

The scientific name of Birch Polypore is Fomitopsis betulina. It belongs to the genus Fomitopsis.

What is the conservation status of Birch Polypore?

Birch Polypore (Fomitopsis betulina) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Birch Polypore live?

Birch Polypore is found in Distributed across Denmark and United States.. Countries include Denmark, United States.

What family does Birch Polypore belong to?

Birch Polypore (Fomitopsis betulina) belongs to the genus Fomitopsis, which is part of the taxonomic family Fomitopsidaceae.

Is Birch Polypore endangered?

No, Birch Polypore (Fomitopsis betulina) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Birch Polypore belong to?

Birch Polypore (Fomitopsis betulina) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Birch Polypore?

The closest relatives of Birch Polypore in the genus Fomitopsis include Apothekerschwamm, Rotrandiger Baumschwamm, American Brown Fomitopsis, Northern Red Belt.