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Riesen-Porling

Meripilus giganteus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Polyporales (Stielporlingsartige)

Species

Meripilus giganteus (Riesen-Porling)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish políporo gigante

German Riesen-Porling

Similar Species in Meripilus

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Black-Staining Polypore

Meripilus sumstinei

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Riesen-Porling?

The scientific name of Riesen-Porling is Meripilus giganteus. It belongs to the genus Meripilus.

What is the conservation status of Riesen-Porling?

Riesen-Porling (Meripilus giganteus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Riesen-Porling live?

Riesen-Porling is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Riesen-Porling belong to?

Riesen-Porling (Meripilus giganteus) belongs to the genus Meripilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Meripilaceae.

What kingdom does Riesen-Porling belong to?

Riesen-Porling (Meripilus giganteus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Riesen-Porling?

The closest relatives of Riesen-Porling in the genus Meripilus include Black-Staining Polypore.