Hygrophoraceae

Hygrophoraceae (Hygrophoraceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 18 genuss with 109 known species. Key genus groups include Acantholichen, Ampulloclitocybe, Aphroditeola, Arrhenia, Cantharellula, and Chromosera. Among its members, 36 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Gilled Mushrooms (Agaricales).