(Cortinarius venustus) — Vulnerable

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Cortinarius venustus

Vulnerable

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Cortinarius venustus is a distinctive webcap mushroom featuring attractive violet or lilac hues on its cap and gills, with a cortina-type partial veil typical of the genus. It grows in ectomycorrhizal association with conifers and broadleaf trees in European forests. Classified as Vulnerable, this species faces pressure from habitat loss and changes in forest management practices.

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.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Gilled Mushrooms)

Species

Cortinarius venustus ()

Similar Species in Cortinarius

Cortinarius pratensis

Cortinarius subbalaustinus

Least Concern

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Cortinarius bergeronii

Endangered

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Cortinarius flos-paludis

Cortinarius scutulatus

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Cortinarius venustus. It belongs to the genus Cortinarius.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Cortinarius venustus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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 belong to?

(Cortinarius venustus) belongs to the genus Cortinarius, which is part of the taxonomic family Cortinariaceae.

Is endangered?

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

What kingdom does belong to?

(Cortinarius venustus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Cortinarius include , , , , .