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Derber Korkstacheling

Hydnellum compactum

Vulnerable

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Hydnellum compactum is a stipitate, tooth fungus with a compact, brownish-orange to rusty-brown cap surface covered in spines on the underside. It grows on the forest floor in coniferous forests across Europe and parts of North America, forming ectomycorrhizal associations with trees. This fungus obtains nutrients by forming mutualistic partnerships with the roots of pine, spruce, and fir trees.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Thelephorales (Thelephorales)

Species

Hydnellum compactum (Derber Korkstacheling)

Names in Other Languages

German Derber Korkstacheling

Similar Species in Hydnellum

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Bläulicher Korkstacheling

Hydnellum caeruleum

Critically Endangered

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Gezonter Korkstacheling

Hydnellum concrescens

Data Deficient

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Grubiger Korkstacheling

Hydnellum scrobiculatum

Data Deficient

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Orangebrauner Korkstacheling

Hydnellum auratile

Vulnerable

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Rotbrauner Korkstacheling

Hydnellum ferrugineum

Vulnerable

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Samtiger Korkstacheling

Hydnellum spongiosipes

Endangered

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Scharfer Korkstacheling

Hydnellum peckii

Endangered

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Wohlriechender Korkstacheling

Hydnellum suaveolens

Extinct

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Derber Korkstacheling?

The scientific name of Derber Korkstacheling is Hydnellum compactum. It belongs to the genus Hydnellum.

What is the conservation status of Derber Korkstacheling?

Derber Korkstacheling (Hydnellum compactum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Derber Korkstacheling live?

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

What family does Derber Korkstacheling belong to?

Derber Korkstacheling (Hydnellum compactum) belongs to the genus Hydnellum, which is part of the taxonomic family Bankeraceae.

Is Derber Korkstacheling endangered?

Yes, Derber Korkstacheling (Hydnellum compactum) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Derber Korkstacheling belong to?

Derber Korkstacheling (Hydnellum compactum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Derber Korkstacheling?

The closest relatives of Derber Korkstacheling in the genus Hydnellum include Bläulicher Korkstacheling, Gezonter Korkstacheling, Grubiger Korkstacheling, Orangebrauner Korkstacheling, Rotbrauner Korkstacheling.