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Rosy Earthstar

Geastrum rufescens

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (грибы)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (базидиомицеты)

Class

Agaricomycetes (агарикомицеты)

Order

Geastrales (Geastrales)

Species

Geastrum rufescens (Rosy Earthstar)

Names in Other Languages

German Rotbrauner Erdstern

Similar Species in Geastrum

Geastrum melanocephalum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rosy Earthstar?

The scientific name of Rosy Earthstar is Geastrum rufescens. It belongs to the genus Geastrum.

What is the conservation status of Rosy Earthstar?

Rosy Earthstar (Geastrum rufescens) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Rosy Earthstar live?

Rosy Earthstar is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Rosy Earthstar belong to?

Rosy Earthstar (Geastrum rufescens) belongs to the genus Geastrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Geastraceae.

Is Rosy Earthstar endangered?

Yes, Rosy Earthstar (Geastrum rufescens) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Rosy Earthstar belong to?

Rosy Earthstar (Geastrum rufescens) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (грибы).

What are the closest relatives of Rosy Earthstar?

The closest relatives of Rosy Earthstar in the genus Geastrum include Arched Earthstar, Beaked Earthstar, Berkeley's Earthstar, , Elegant Earthstar.