🐾

Larch Spike

Gomphidius maculatus

Endangered

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 Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇮 Slovenia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Boletales (Boletales)

Species

Gomphidius maculatus (Larch Spike)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish gomfidio manado, gomfidio de Alerce

German Fleckender Schmierling

Similar Species in Gomphidius

🐾

Slimy Spike

Gomphidius glutinosus

Data Deficient

View all species in Gomphidius →

Explore More

Compare Species

vs Slimy Spike

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Larch Spike?

The scientific name of Larch Spike is Gomphidius maculatus. It belongs to the genus Gomphidius.

What is the conservation status of Larch Spike?

Larch Spike (Gomphidius maculatus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Larch Spike live?

Larch Spike is found in Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Slovenia, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Larch Spike belong to?

Larch Spike (Gomphidius maculatus) belongs to the genus Gomphidius, which is part of the taxonomic family Gomphidiaceae.

Is Larch Spike endangered?

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

What kingdom does Larch Spike belong to?

Larch Spike (Gomphidius maculatus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Larch Spike?

The closest relatives of Larch Spike in the genus Gomphidius include Slimy Spike.