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Ringflockiger Saftling

Hygrocybe turunda

Vulnerable

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Hygrocybe turunda is a small, scarlet to orange-red waxcap mushroom with a dry, scaly cap surface distinguishing it from related smooth-capped species. It grows in unimproved, nutrient-poor grasslands and mossy lawns in temperate Europe, particularly in ancient meadows. This grassland waxcap indicates long-undisturbed, unfertilized grassland habitats of ecological value.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Champignonartige)

Species

Hygrocybe turunda (Ringflockiger Saftling)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish higróforo encarnado

German Ringflockiger Saftling

Similar Species in Hygrocybe

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Bitterer Honig-Saftling

Bräunlichschwarzer Saftling

Hygrocybe spadicea

Endangered

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Feinschuppiger Moor-Saftling

Hygrocybe coccineocrenata

Near Threatened

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Gebrechlicher Saftling

Hygrocybe ceracea

Least Concern

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Gelbblättriger Filz-Saftling

Hygrocybe helobia

Least Concern

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Gelbfleischiger Pracht-Saftling

Hygrocybe splendidissima

Vulnerable

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Gelbrandiger Saftling

Hygrocybe insipida

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ringflockiger Saftling?

The scientific name of Ringflockiger Saftling is Hygrocybe turunda. It belongs to the genus Hygrocybe.

What is the conservation status of Ringflockiger Saftling?

Ringflockiger Saftling (Hygrocybe turunda) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ringflockiger Saftling live?

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

What family does Ringflockiger Saftling belong to?

Ringflockiger Saftling (Hygrocybe turunda) belongs to the genus Hygrocybe, which is part of the taxonomic family Hygrophoraceae.

Is Ringflockiger Saftling endangered?

Yes, Ringflockiger Saftling (Hygrocybe turunda) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ringflockiger Saftling belong to?

Ringflockiger Saftling (Hygrocybe turunda) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Ringflockiger Saftling?

The closest relatives of Ringflockiger Saftling in the genus Hygrocybe include Bitterer Honig-Saftling, Bitterer Saftling, Bräunlichschwarzer Saftling, Feinschuppiger Moor-Saftling, Gebrechlicher Saftling.