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Lurid Milkcap

Lactarius luridus

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

Russulales (Täublingsartige)

Species

Lactarius luridus (Lurid Milkcap)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lurid Milkcap?

The scientific name of Lurid Milkcap is Lactarius luridus. It belongs to the genus Lactarius.

What is the conservation status of Lurid Milkcap?

Lurid Milkcap (Lactarius luridus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lurid Milkcap live?

Lurid Milkcap 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 Lurid Milkcap belong to?

Lurid Milkcap (Lactarius luridus) belongs to the genus Lactarius, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

What kingdom does Lurid Milkcap belong to?

Lurid Milkcap (Lactarius luridus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Lurid Milkcap?

The closest relatives of Lurid Milkcap in the genus Lactarius include Birken-Milchling, Blasser Zonen-Milchling, Blutreizker, Brauner Kiefern-Blutreizker, Braunfleckender Milchling.