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Birch Brittlegill

Russula betularum

Least Concern

About

The Birch Brittlegill (Russula betularum) is a species in the genus Russula. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Agaricomycetes (真正担子菌綱)

Species

Russula betularum (Birch Brittlegill)

Names in Other Languages

German Birken-Speitäubling

Similar Species in Russula

Blackish-Purple Russula

Blue Band Brittlegill

Russula chloroides

Least Concern

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Blue-Green Cracking Russula

Russula parvovirescens

Almond-Scented Russula

Russula fragrantissima

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Birch Brittlegill?

The scientific name of Birch Brittlegill is Russula betularum. It belongs to the genus Russula.

What is the conservation status of Birch Brittlegill?

Birch Brittlegill (Russula betularum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Birch Brittlegill live?

Birch Brittlegill is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Birch Brittlegill belong to?

Birch Brittlegill (Russula betularum) belongs to the genus Russula, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

Is Birch Brittlegill endangered?

No, Birch Brittlegill (Russula betularum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Birch Brittlegill belong to?

Birch Brittlegill (Russula betularum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (菌界).

What are the closest relatives of Birch Brittlegill?

The closest relatives of Birch Brittlegill in the genus Russula include Alpine Brittlegill, Blackening Russula, Blackish-Purple Russula, Bleached Brittlegill, Blue Band Brittlegill.