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Physarum viride

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Physarum viride is a vibrantly coloured myxomycete (slime mould) producing small, bright yellow-green sporangia on decaying organic matter including dead wood, leaves, and litter in forest habitats. Like all Physarum species, it spends part of its life as a multinucleate plasmodium that creeps across substrates to engulf food particles. This species is found in moist woodlands across temperate and tropical zones.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Belgium, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).

Names in Other Languages

German Goldenes Stielkügelchen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Physarum viride. It belongs to the genus Physarum.
Where does live?
is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Belgium, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does belong to?
(Physarum viride) belongs to the genus Physarum, which is part of the taxonomic family Physaraceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Physarum viride) belongs to the kingdom Protozoa (простейшие).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Physarum include , , , , .

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