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Cep

Boletus edulis

Least Concern

About

The Cep (Boletus edulis) is a species in the genus Boletus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to ['Belgium', 'Brazil', 'Denmark', 'Norway', 'Portugal'].

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (грибы)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (базидиомицеты)

Class

Agaricomycetes (агарикомицеты)

Order

Boletales (Болетовые)

Species

Boletus edulis (Cep)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish faisán, sigro, frongo, matute, hongo, calabaza, pan de risquillu, pan de sapo

French Cèpe

German Steinpilz

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cep?

The scientific name of Cep is Boletus edulis. It belongs to the genus Boletus.

What is the conservation status of Cep?

Cep (Boletus edulis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cep live?

Cep is found in Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Cep belong to?

Cep (Boletus edulis) belongs to the genus Boletus, which is part of the taxonomic family Boletaceae.

Is Cep endangered?

No, Cep (Boletus edulis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Cep belong to?

Cep (Boletus edulis) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (грибы).

What are the closest relatives of Cep?

The closest relatives of Cep in the genus Boletus include , Butter-Foot Bolete, Pine Bolete, Spring King, Fib King.