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Splendid Waxcap

Hygrocybe splendidissima

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Agaricomycetes (真正担子菌綱)

Species

Hygrocybe splendidissima (Splendid Waxcap)

Names in Other Languages

German Gelbfleischiger Pracht-Saftling

Similar Species in Hygrocybe

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Mizugoke-no-hana

Hygrocybe coccineocrenata

Near Threatened

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Hygrocybe acutoconica

Least Concern

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Hourglass Waxcap

Hygrocybe constrictospora

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Splendid Waxcap?

The scientific name of Splendid Waxcap is Hygrocybe splendidissima. It belongs to the genus Hygrocybe.

What is the conservation status of Splendid Waxcap?

Splendid Waxcap (Hygrocybe splendidissima) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Splendid Waxcap live?

Splendid Waxcap is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Splendid Waxcap belong to?

Splendid Waxcap (Hygrocybe splendidissima) belongs to the genus Hygrocybe, which is part of the taxonomic family Hygrophoraceae.

Is Splendid Waxcap endangered?

Yes, Splendid Waxcap (Hygrocybe splendidissima) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Splendid Waxcap belong to?

Splendid Waxcap (Hygrocybe splendidissima) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (菌界).

What are the closest relatives of Splendid Waxcap?

The closest relatives of Splendid Waxcap in the genus Hygrocybe include Mizugoke-no-hana, Bitter Waxcap, , , Garlic Waxcap.