(Entoloma hispidulum) — Endangered

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Entoloma hispidulum

Endangered

About

Entoloma hispidulum is an agaric fungus in the family Entolomataceae, assessed as Endangered (EN). It grows in nutrient-poor, unfertilised grasslands that have declined significantly due to agricultural intensification. Its endangered status reflects the severe loss of old, traditionally managed grassland ecosystems across Europe.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Gilled Mushrooms)

Species

Entoloma hispidulum ()

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Entoloma cyaneoviridescens

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Entoloma hispidulum. It belongs to the genus Entoloma.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Entoloma hispidulum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does belong to?

(Entoloma hispidulum) belongs to the genus Entoloma, which is part of the taxonomic family Entolomataceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Entoloma hispidulum) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Entoloma hispidulum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Entoloma include Aromatic Pinkgill, Bicoloured Pinkgill, Big Blue Pinkgill, Blue Edge Pinkgill, Bluegreen Pinkgill.