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Bitter Waxcap

Hygrocybe mucronella

Near Threatened

About

The Bitter Waxcap (Hygrocybe mucronella) is a species in the genus Hygrocybe. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Gilled Mushrooms)

Species

Hygrocybe mucronella (Bitter Waxcap)

Names in Other Languages

German Bitterer Saftling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bitter Waxcap?

The scientific name of Bitter Waxcap is Hygrocybe mucronella. It belongs to the genus Hygrocybe.

What is the conservation status of Bitter Waxcap?

Bitter Waxcap (Hygrocybe mucronella) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bitter Waxcap live?

Bitter Waxcap is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Bitter Waxcap belong to?

Bitter Waxcap (Hygrocybe mucronella) belongs to the genus Hygrocybe, which is part of the taxonomic family Hygrophoraceae.

What kingdom does Bitter Waxcap belong to?

Bitter Waxcap (Hygrocybe mucronella) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Bitter Waxcap?

The closest relatives of Bitter Waxcap in the genus Hygrocybe include Blackening Wax-Cap, , , Garlic Waxcap, Golden Waxcap.