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Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling

Leucocoprinus cretaceus

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Leucocoprinus cretaceus is a small, chalk-white mushroom with a mealy or powdery cap surface distinctive within its genus. It grows in potted plants, greenhouses, and subtropical to tropical soils, often appearing in compost-rich indoor plantings. This saprotrophic fungus decomposes organic matter in enriched soils and is frequently encountered in tropical glasshouse environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (6 countries) and South America (Brazil).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇩🇪 Germany 🇧🇷 Brazil

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Champignonartige)

Family

Agaricaceae (Agarics)

Genus

Leucocoprinus

Species

Leucocoprinus cretaceus (Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling)

Names in Other Languages

German Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling

Similar Species in Leucocoprinus

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Gebrechlicher Faltenschirmling

Leucocoprinus fragilissimus

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Gelber Faltenschirmling

Leucocoprinus birnbaumii

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Schwarzschuppiger Faltenschirmling

Leucocoprinus brebissonii

Least Concern

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Verkahlender Faltenschirmling

Leucocoprinus straminellus

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Zwiebelfüßiger Faltenschirmling

Leucocoprinus cepistipes

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Leucocoprinus cygneus

Data Deficient

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Leucocoprinus ianthinus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling?

The scientific name of Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling is Leucocoprinus cretaceus. It belongs to the genus Leucocoprinus.

Where does Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling live?

Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Germany, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling belong to?

Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling (Leucocoprinus cretaceus) belongs to the genus Leucocoprinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Agaricaceae.

What kingdom does Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling belong to?

Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling (Leucocoprinus cretaceus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling?

The closest relatives of Kreideweißer Faltenschirmling in the genus Leucocoprinus include Gebrechlicher Faltenschirmling, Gelber Faltenschirmling, Schwarzschuppiger Faltenschirmling, Verkahlender Faltenschirmling, Zwiebelfüßiger Faltenschirmling.