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Velvet Shield

Pluteus umbrosus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Schwarzsamtiger Dachpilz

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Pluteus roseipes
Critically Endangered
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Pluteus luctuosus
Data Deficient
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Pluteus inquilinus
Endangered
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Pluteus podospileus
Least Concern
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Pluteus pusillulus
Data Deficient
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Pluteus diettrichii
Not Evaluated
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Pluteus exiguus
Vulnerable
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Pluteus insidiosus
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Velvet Shield?
The scientific name of Velvet Shield is Pluteus umbrosus. It belongs to the genus Pluteus.
What is the conservation status of Velvet Shield?
Velvet Shield (Pluteus umbrosus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Velvet Shield live?
Velvet Shield is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.
What family does Velvet Shield belong to?
Velvet Shield (Pluteus umbrosus) belongs to the genus Pluteus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pluteaceae.
Is Velvet Shield endangered?
No, Velvet Shield (Pluteus umbrosus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Velvet Shield belong to?
Velvet Shield (Pluteus umbrosus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).
What are the closest relatives of Velvet Shield?
The closest relatives of Velvet Shield in the genus Pluteus include , , , , .

Native Range — 5 Countries

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Genus Pluteus — 20 Species

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Pluteus luctuosus
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Pluteus exiguus
VU 🐾
Pluteus pusillulus
DD 🐾
Pluteus diettrichii
NE 🐾
Pluteus insidiosus
VU 🐾
Pluteus roseipes
CR 🐾
Pluteus podospileus
LC 🐾
Pluteus inquilinus
EN 🐾
Ashen Shield
Pluteus cinereofuscus
NE 🐾
Blackedged Shield
Pluteus atromarginatus
VU 🐾
Conifer Shield
Pluteus pouzarianus
LC 🐾
Deer Mushroom
Pluteus cervinus
LC 🐾
Dwarf Shield
Pluteus nanus
LC 🐾
Flame Shield
Pluteus aurantiorugosus
EN 🐾
Fleecy Shield
Pluteus hispidulus
VU 🐾
Ghost Shield
Pluteus pellitus
VU 🐾
Lion Shield
Pluteus leoninus
VU 🐾
Pleated Pluteus
Pluteus longistriatus
NE 🐾
Satin Shield
Pluteus plautus
LC 🐾
Scaly Shield
Pluteus petasatus
LC
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