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Buchen-Helmling

Mycena fagetorum

Near Threatened

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Mycena fagetorum is a small, delicate agaric fungus in the family Mycenaceae, assessed as Near Threatened (NT). It grows on decaying beech (Fagus) litter and woody debris in mature beech woodland habitats. Its near-threatened status reflects dependence on undisturbed beech forest ecosystems that have declined through logging and land conversion.

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.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Champignonartige)

Species

Mycena fagetorum (Buchen-Helmling)

Names in Other Languages

German Buchen-Helmling

Similar Species in Mycena

Braunschneidiger Grashelmling

Mycena olivaceomarginata

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Buchen-Helmling?

The scientific name of Buchen-Helmling is Mycena fagetorum. It belongs to the genus Mycena.

What is the conservation status of Buchen-Helmling?

Buchen-Helmling (Mycena fagetorum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Buchen-Helmling live?

Buchen-Helmling 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 Buchen-Helmling belong to?

Buchen-Helmling (Mycena fagetorum) belongs to the genus Mycena, which is part of the taxonomic family Mycenaceae.

What kingdom does Buchen-Helmling belong to?

Buchen-Helmling (Mycena fagetorum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Buchen-Helmling?

The closest relatives of Buchen-Helmling in the genus Mycena include Alkalischer Helmling, Aschgrauer Helmling, Bitterer Helmling, Blaufüßiger Helmling, Blut-Helmling.