(Xenasma pulverulentum) — Vulnerable

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Xenasma pulverulentum

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Xenasma pulverulentum is a corticioid basidiomycete forming powdery, pale grey to whitish resupinate crusts on dead conifer wood. It inhabits boreal and temperate conifer forests across northern Europe and Scandinavia. This saprotrophic fungus decomposes dead conifer wood and contributes to nutrient recycling in forest ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (5 countries) and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Russulales (Russulales)

Species

Xenasma pulverulentum ()

Names in Other Languages

German Körnige Wachshaut

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Xenasma pulverulentum. It belongs to the genus Xenasma.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Xenasma pulverulentum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does belong to?

(Xenasma pulverulentum) belongs to the genus Xenasma, which is part of the taxonomic family Xenasmataceae.

Is endangered?

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

What kingdom does belong to?

(Xenasma pulverulentum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Xenasma include , .