(Geastrum melanocephalum) — Endangered

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Geastrum melanocephalum

Endangered

About

Geastrum melanocephalum is an earthstar fungus in the family Geastraceae, assessed as Endangered (EN). It produces distinctive star-shaped fruiting bodies with a dark-capped spore sac and is found in stable, undisturbed grassland and woodland edge habitats. Its endangered status reflects sensitivity to habitat disturbance and the decline of traditional land management practices.

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 (फफूंद)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Geastrales (Geastrales)

Species

Geastrum melanocephalum ()

Names in Other Languages

Spanish estrella de tierra de cabeza negra

German Schwarzköpfiger Haarstern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Geastrum melanocephalum. It belongs to the genus Geastrum.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Geastrum melanocephalum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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 belong to?

(Geastrum melanocephalum) belongs to the genus Geastrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Geastraceae.

Is endangered?

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

What kingdom does belong to?

(Geastrum melanocephalum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (फफूंद).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Geastrum include Arched Earthstar, Beaked Earthstar, Berkeley's Earthstar, Elegant Earthstar, Rayed Earthstar.