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Hen Of The Woods

Grifola frondosa

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Polyporales (Polyporales)

Species

Grifola frondosa (Hen Of The Woods)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish políporo frondoso

German Klapperschwamm

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hen Of The Woods?

The scientific name of Hen Of The Woods is Grifola frondosa. It belongs to the genus Grifola.

What is the conservation status of Hen Of The Woods?

Hen Of The Woods (Grifola frondosa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hen Of The Woods live?

Hen Of The Woods is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Hen Of The Woods belong to?

Hen Of The Woods (Grifola frondosa) belongs to the genus Grifola, which is part of the taxonomic family Grifolaceae.

Is Hen Of The Woods endangered?

Yes, Hen Of The Woods (Grifola frondosa) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Hen Of The Woods belong to?

Hen Of The Woods (Grifola frondosa) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).