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Chamonixia caespitosa

Near Threatened

About

Chamonixia caespitosa es un basidiomiceto hipogeo parecido a la trufa que crece en grupos bajo la superficie del suelo en hábitats alpinos y subalpinos. Habita los bosques de alta montaña de Europa, particularmente en asociación con comunidades de abetos y plantas alpinas. Este hongo subterráneo forma relaciones ectomicorrícicas con especies de árboles alpinos y dispersa esporas a través de pequeños mamíferos excavadores.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Blaunuß

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Chamonixia caespitosa. It belongs to the genus Chamonixia.
What is the conservation status of ?
(Chamonixia caespitosa) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does live?
is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.
What family does belong to?
(Chamonixia caespitosa) belongs to the genus Chamonixia, which is part of the taxonomic family Boletaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Chamonixia caespitosa) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Chamonixia — 1 Species

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Chamonixia caespitosa
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