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Heide-Milchling

Lactarius musteus

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Russulales (Täublingsartige)

Species

Lactarius musteus (Heide-Milchling)

Names in Other Languages

German Heide-Milchling

Similar Species in Lactarius

Blasser Zonen-Milchling

Lactarius sanguifluus

Extinct

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Lactarius quieticolor

Least Concern

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Braunfleckender Milchling

Lactarius fluens

Least Concern

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Braunzottiger Milchling

Lactarius mairei

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Heide-Milchling?

The scientific name of Heide-Milchling is Lactarius musteus. It belongs to the genus Lactarius.

What is the conservation status of Heide-Milchling?

Heide-Milchling (Lactarius musteus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Heide-Milchling live?

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

What family does Heide-Milchling belong to?

Heide-Milchling (Lactarius musteus) belongs to the genus Lactarius, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

Is Heide-Milchling endangered?

Yes, Heide-Milchling (Lactarius musteus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Heide-Milchling belong to?

Heide-Milchling (Lactarius musteus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Heide-Milchling?

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