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Blauer Schleimkopf

Cortinarius salor

Vulnerable

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Cortinarius salor is a webcap mushroom recognised by its slimy, blue-violet cap and paler gills that mature to rusty brown as spores develop. It forms ectomycorrhizal partnerships with broadleaf trees, especially beech, in European temperate forests. Classified as Vulnerable, this species is threatened by the loss of mature, undisturbed deciduous woodland.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Champignonartige)

Species

Cortinarius salor (Blauer Schleimkopf)

Names in Other Languages

German Blauer Schleimkopf

Similar Species in Cortinarius

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Abweichender Wasserkopf

Blaublättriger Schleimfuß

Cortinarius delibutus

Least Concern

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Blaufleischiger Wasserkopf

Cortinarius saturninus

Least Concern

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Blaustiel-Schleimkopf

Cortinarius collinitus

Least Concern

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Blutblättriger Hautkopf

Cortinarius semisanguineus

Least Concern

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Bocksdickfuß

Cortinarius camphoratus

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blauer Schleimkopf?

The scientific name of Blauer Schleimkopf is Cortinarius salor. It belongs to the genus Cortinarius.

What is the conservation status of Blauer Schleimkopf?

Blauer Schleimkopf (Cortinarius salor) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blauer Schleimkopf live?

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

What family does Blauer Schleimkopf belong to?

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

Is Blauer Schleimkopf endangered?

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

What kingdom does Blauer Schleimkopf belong to?

Blauer Schleimkopf (Cortinarius salor) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Blauer Schleimkopf?

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