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Elfin Saddle

Helvella lacunosa

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Grubenlorchel

Similar Species in Helvella

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Palefoot Saddle
Helvella leucopus
Not Evaluated
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Helvella atra
Least Concern
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Helvella hypocrateriformis
Near Threatened
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Helvella latispora
Near Threatened
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Helvella fusca
Data Deficient
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Helvella costifera
Vulnerable
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Helvella pezizoides
Data Deficient
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Helvella corium
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Elfin Saddle?
The scientific name of Elfin Saddle is Helvella lacunosa. It belongs to the genus Helvella.
What is the conservation status of Elfin Saddle?
Elfin Saddle (Helvella lacunosa) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Elfin Saddle live?
Elfin Saddle is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.
What family does Elfin Saddle belong to?
Elfin Saddle (Helvella lacunosa) belongs to the genus Helvella, which is part of the taxonomic family Helvellaceae.
Is Elfin Saddle endangered?
No, Elfin Saddle (Helvella lacunosa) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Elfin Saddle belong to?
Elfin Saddle (Helvella lacunosa) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).
What are the closest relatives of Elfin Saddle?
The closest relatives of Elfin Saddle in the genus Helvella include , Palefoot Saddle, , , .

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Helvella — 20 Species

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Helvella corium
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Palefoot Saddle
Helvella leucopus
NE 🐾
Helvella atra
LC 🐾
Helvella hypocrateriformis
NT 🐾
Helvella latispora
NT 🐾
Helvella fusca
DD 🐾
Helvella costifera
VU 🐾
Helvella pezizoides
DD 🐾
Helvella cupuliformis
DD 🐾
Helvella lactea
DD 🐾
Helvella fibrosa
LC 🐾
Helvella sublicia
NT 🐾
Helvella rivularis
NE 🐾
Helvella solitaria
LC 🐾
Helvella subglabra
DD 🐾
Vinegar Cup
Helvella acetabulum
LC 🐾
Helvella ephippium
LC 🐾
Helvella phlebophora
NE
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Elfin Saddle
Helvella lacunosa
LC
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White Saddle
Helvella crispa
LC
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