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Blue Corky Spine Fungus

Hydnellum caeruleum

Critically Endangered

About

The Blue Corky Spine Fungus (Hydnellum caeruleum) is a species in the genus Hydnellum. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Thelephorales (Thelephorales)

Species

Hydnellum caeruleum (Blue Corky Spine Fungus)

Names in Other Languages

German Bläulicher Korkstacheling

Similar Species in Hydnellum

Hydnellum ferrugineum

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue Corky Spine Fungus?

The scientific name of Blue Corky Spine Fungus is Hydnellum caeruleum. It belongs to the genus Hydnellum.

What is the conservation status of Blue Corky Spine Fungus?

Blue Corky Spine Fungus (Hydnellum caeruleum) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blue Corky Spine Fungus live?

Blue Corky Spine Fungus is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Blue Corky Spine Fungus belong to?

Blue Corky Spine Fungus (Hydnellum caeruleum) belongs to the genus Hydnellum, which is part of the taxonomic family Bankeraceae.

Is Blue Corky Spine Fungus endangered?

Yes, Blue Corky Spine Fungus (Hydnellum caeruleum) 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 Blue Corky Spine Fungus belong to?

Blue Corky Spine Fungus (Hydnellum caeruleum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Blue Corky Spine Fungus?

The closest relatives of Blue Corky Spine Fungus in the genus Hydnellum include Bitter Tooth, , Gold Tooth, Mealy Tooth, Orange Tooth.