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Zierlicher Dachpilz

Pluteus exiguus

Vulnerable

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Pluteus exiguus is a small, pale-capped mushroom in the genus Pluteus, producing pink-tinged gills and spores at maturity. It grows on decaying hardwood logs and stumps in temperate European forests. This saprotrophic fungus decomposes dead wood and obtains nutrients through enzymatic breakdown of lignified plant tissue.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Ständerpilze)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Champignonartige)

Species

Pluteus exiguus (Zierlicher Dachpilz)

Names in Other Languages

German Zierlicher Dachpilz

Similar Species in Pluteus

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Braunschneidiger Dachpilz

Flockenstieliger Dachpilz

Pluteus podospileus

Least Concern

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Glattstieliger Dachpilz

Pluteus cinereofuscus

Graufilziger Dachpilz

Pluteus ephebeus

Data Deficient

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Graustieliger Adern-Dachpilz

Pluteus thomsonii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Zierlicher Dachpilz?

The scientific name of Zierlicher Dachpilz is Pluteus exiguus. It belongs to the genus Pluteus.

What is the conservation status of Zierlicher Dachpilz?

Zierlicher Dachpilz (Pluteus exiguus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Zierlicher Dachpilz live?

Zierlicher Dachpilz is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Zierlicher Dachpilz belong to?

Zierlicher Dachpilz (Pluteus exiguus) belongs to the genus Pluteus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pluteaceae.

Is Zierlicher Dachpilz endangered?

Yes, Zierlicher Dachpilz (Pluteus exiguus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Zierlicher Dachpilz belong to?

Zierlicher Dachpilz (Pluteus exiguus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Zierlicher Dachpilz?

The closest relatives of Zierlicher Dachpilz in the genus Pluteus include Braunschneidiger Dachpilz, Fichten-Dachpilz, Flockenstieliger Dachpilz, Glattstieliger Dachpilz, Graubrauner Dachpilz.