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Fibrous Waxcap

Hygrocybe intermedia

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Gilled Mushrooms)

Species

Hygrocybe intermedia (Fibrous Waxcap)

Names in Other Languages

German Trockener Saftling

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Higroforo amarillo

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Least Concern

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higróforo rojo cónico

Hygrocybe conica

Least Concern

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Hygrocybe miniata

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fibrous Waxcap?

The scientific name of Fibrous Waxcap is Hygrocybe intermedia. It belongs to the genus Hygrocybe.

What is the conservation status of Fibrous Waxcap?

Fibrous Waxcap (Hygrocybe intermedia) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Fibrous Waxcap live?

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

What family does Fibrous Waxcap belong to?

Fibrous Waxcap (Hygrocybe intermedia) belongs to the genus Hygrocybe, which is part of the taxonomic family Hygrophoraceae.

Is Fibrous Waxcap endangered?

Yes, Fibrous Waxcap (Hygrocybe intermedia) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Fibrous Waxcap belong to?

Fibrous Waxcap (Hygrocybe intermedia) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Fibrous Waxcap?

The closest relatives of Fibrous Waxcap in the genus Hygrocybe include Higroforo amarillo, Higróforo amarillo cónico, higróforo encarnado, higróforo olor a ine, higróforo purpúreo.