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Limestone Waxcap

Hygrocybe calciphila

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (грибы)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (базидиомицеты)

Class

Agaricomycetes (агарикомицеты)

Order

Agaricales (агариковые)

Species

Hygrocybe calciphila (Limestone Waxcap)

Names in Other Languages

German Schmutziger Filz-Saftling

Similar Species in Hygrocybe

Hygrocybe acutoconica

Hygrocybe chlorophana

Hygrocybe constrictospora

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Limestone Waxcap?

The scientific name of Limestone Waxcap is Hygrocybe calciphila. It belongs to the genus Hygrocybe.

What is the conservation status of Limestone Waxcap?

Limestone Waxcap (Hygrocybe calciphila) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Limestone Waxcap live?

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

What family does Limestone Waxcap belong to?

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

Is Limestone Waxcap endangered?

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

What kingdom does Limestone Waxcap belong to?

Limestone Waxcap (Hygrocybe calciphila) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (грибы).

What are the closest relatives of Limestone Waxcap?

The closest relatives of Limestone Waxcap in the genus Hygrocybe include Blackening Wax-Cap, Bitter Waxcap, , , Garlic Waxcap.