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Crowned Earthstar

Geastrum coronatum

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Geastrales (Geastrales)

Species

Geastrum coronatum (Crowned Earthstar)

Names in Other Languages

German Dunkler Erdstern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crowned Earthstar?

The scientific name of Crowned Earthstar is Geastrum coronatum. It belongs to the genus Geastrum.

What is the conservation status of Crowned Earthstar?

Crowned Earthstar (Geastrum coronatum) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Crowned Earthstar live?

Crowned Earthstar is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Crowned Earthstar belong to?

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

Is Crowned Earthstar endangered?

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

What kingdom does Crowned Earthstar belong to?

Crowned Earthstar (Geastrum coronatum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Crowned Earthstar?

The closest relatives of Crowned Earthstar in the genus Geastrum include , , , Arched Earthstar, Beaked Earthstar.