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Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap

Lactarius repraesentaneus

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Russulales (Russulales)

Species

Lactarius repraesentaneus (Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap)

Names in Other Languages

German Zottiger Violett-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 Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap?

The scientific name of Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap is Lactarius repraesentaneus. It belongs to the genus Lactarius.

What is the conservation status of Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap?

Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap (Lactarius repraesentaneus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap live?

Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered 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 Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap belong to?

Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap (Lactarius repraesentaneus) belongs to the genus Lactarius, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

Is Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap endangered?

Yes, Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap (Lactarius repraesentaneus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap belong to?

Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap (Lactarius repraesentaneus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap?

The closest relatives of Purple-Staining Bearded Milk Cap in the genus Lactarius include Bloody Milkcap, Blushing Milkcap, Chocolate Milky, , Fiery Milkcap.