(Cortinarius hillieri) — Endangered

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Cortinarius hillieri

Endangered

About

Cortinarius hillieri is a mycorrhizal agaric fungus in the family Cortinariaceae, assessed as Endangered (EN). It forms ectomycorrhizal associations with forest trees and produces characteristic cobweb-like veils (cortina) when young. Its endangered status reflects habitat loss through deforestation and changes in woodland management.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Champignonartige)

Species

Cortinarius hillieri ()

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Abweichender Wasserkopf

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Cortinarius saturninus

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Blaustiel-Schleimkopf

Cortinarius collinitus

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Blutblättriger Hautkopf

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Cortinarius hillieri. It belongs to the genus Cortinarius.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Cortinarius hillieri) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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

What family does belong to?

(Cortinarius hillieri) belongs to the genus Cortinarius, which is part of the taxonomic family Cortinariaceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Cortinarius hillieri) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Cortinarius hillieri) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Cortinarius include Abweichender Wasserkopf, Birken-Gürtelfuß, Blasser Schleimkopf, Blaublättriger Schleimfuß, Blauer Schleimkopf.