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Red-Cracking Bolete

Xerocomellus chrysenteron

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇨🇱 Chile 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Rotfußröhrling

Similar Species in Xerocomellus

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Xerocomellus fennicus
Data Deficient
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Xerocomellus pruinatus
Least Concern
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Xerocomellus cisalpinus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red-Cracking Bolete?
The scientific name of Red-Cracking Bolete is Xerocomellus chrysenteron. It belongs to the genus Xerocomellus.
What is the conservation status of Red-Cracking Bolete?
Red-Cracking Bolete (Xerocomellus chrysenteron) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Red-Cracking Bolete live?
Red-Cracking Bolete is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Chile, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Red-Cracking Bolete belong to?
Red-Cracking Bolete (Xerocomellus chrysenteron) belongs to the genus Xerocomellus, which is part of the taxonomic family Boletaceae.
Is Red-Cracking Bolete endangered?
No, Red-Cracking Bolete (Xerocomellus chrysenteron) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Red-Cracking Bolete belong to?
Red-Cracking Bolete (Xerocomellus chrysenteron) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).
What are the closest relatives of Red-Cracking Bolete?
The closest relatives of Red-Cracking Bolete in the genus Xerocomellus include , , .

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Xerocomellus — 4 Species

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Xerocomellus fennicus
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Xerocomellus pruinatus
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Xerocomellus cisalpinus
LC
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Red-Cracking Bolete
Xerocomellus chrysenteron
LC
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