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Foetid Russula

Russula foetens

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Belgium, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Agaricomycetes (真正担子菌綱)

Species

Russula foetens (Foetid Russula)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rusula fétida

Similar Species in Russula

Blackish-Purple Russula

Blue Band Brittlegill

Russula chloroides

Least Concern

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Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Foetid Russula?

The scientific name of Foetid Russula is Russula foetens. It belongs to the genus Russula.

What is the conservation status of Foetid Russula?

Foetid Russula (Russula foetens) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Foetid Russula live?

Foetid Russula is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Belgium, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Foetid Russula belong to?

Foetid Russula (Russula foetens) belongs to the genus Russula, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

What kingdom does Foetid Russula belong to?

Foetid Russula (Russula foetens) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (菌界).

What are the closest relatives of Foetid Russula?

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