(Physarum pusillum) — Not Evaluated

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Physarum pusillum

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About

Physarum pusillum is a small myxomycete (slime mould) producing minute, pale-coloured sporangia on decaying plant material and bark in humid woodland environments. Its name reflects its diminutive size relative to other Physarum species. Like its relatives, it goes through a plasmodial feeding stage before forming reproductive structures, and it is distributed across multiple continents.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇧🇷 Brazil

Full Taxonomy

Myxomycetes (Myxomycetes)

Order

Physarales (Physarales)

Species

Physarum pusillum ()

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Physarum pusillum. It belongs to the genus Physarum.

Where does live?

is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does belong to?

(Physarum pusillum) belongs to the genus Physarum, which is part of the taxonomic family Physaraceae.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Physarum pusillum) belongs to the kingdom Protozoa (प्रजीवगण).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Physarum include , , , , .