(Lactarius pterosporus) — Vulnerable

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Lactarius pterosporus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Russulales (Russulales)

Species

Lactarius pterosporus ()

Names in Other Languages

Spanish lactario de esporasn crestas

German Flügelsporiger Milchling

Similar Species in Lactarius

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Bloody Milkcap

Lactarius sanguifluus

Extinct

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Blushing Milkcap

Lactarius controversus

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Lactarius pterosporus. It belongs to the genus Lactarius.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Lactarius pterosporus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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

What family does belong to?

(Lactarius pterosporus) belongs to the genus Lactarius, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

Is endangered?

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

What kingdom does belong to?

(Lactarius pterosporus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Lactarius include Bloody Milkcap, Blushing Milkcap, Chocolate Milky, , Fiery Milkcap.