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Mealy Bigfoot Webcap

Cortinarius caerulescens

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Gilled Mushrooms)

Species

Cortinarius caerulescens (Mealy Bigfoot Webcap)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cortinaria azul morada

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Cortinarius subbalaustinus

Least Concern

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Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mealy Bigfoot Webcap?

The scientific name of Mealy Bigfoot Webcap is Cortinarius caerulescens. It belongs to the genus Cortinarius.

What is the conservation status of Mealy Bigfoot Webcap?

Mealy Bigfoot Webcap (Cortinarius caerulescens) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mealy Bigfoot Webcap live?

Mealy Bigfoot Webcap is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and 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, United States.

What family does Mealy Bigfoot Webcap belong to?

Mealy Bigfoot Webcap (Cortinarius caerulescens) belongs to the genus Cortinarius, which is part of the taxonomic family Cortinariaceae.

Is Mealy Bigfoot Webcap endangered?

Yes, Mealy Bigfoot Webcap (Cortinarius caerulescens) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Mealy Bigfoot Webcap belong to?

Mealy Bigfoot Webcap (Cortinarius caerulescens) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Mealy Bigfoot Webcap?

The closest relatives of Mealy Bigfoot Webcap in the genus Cortinarius include Blunt Webcap, Blushing Webcap, , , .