Pear-Shaped Puffball

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Sweden, and United States.

🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Champignonartige)

Family

Lycoperdaceae

Genus

Apioperdon

Species

Apioperdon pyriforme (Pear-Shaped Puffball)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pear-Shaped Puffball?

The scientific name of Pear-Shaped Puffball is Apioperdon pyriforme. It belongs to the genus Apioperdon.

What is the conservation status of Pear-Shaped Puffball?

Pear-Shaped Puffball (Apioperdon pyriforme) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pear-Shaped Puffball live?

Pear-Shaped Puffball is found in Distributed across Denmark, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Sweden, United States.

What family does Pear-Shaped Puffball belong to?

Pear-Shaped Puffball (Apioperdon pyriforme) belongs to the genus Apioperdon, which is part of the taxonomic family Lycoperdaceae.

Is Pear-Shaped Puffball endangered?

No, Pear-Shaped Puffball (Apioperdon pyriforme) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Pear-Shaped Puffball belong to?

Pear-Shaped Puffball (Apioperdon pyriforme) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).