Silver Leaf Disease

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).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Gilled Mushrooms)

Family

Cyphellaceae

Genus

Chondrostereum

Species

Chondrostereum purpureum (Silver Leaf Disease)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish estereo purpúreo

German Violetter Knorpelschichtpilz

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Silver Leaf Disease?

The scientific name of Silver Leaf Disease is Chondrostereum purpureum. It belongs to the genus Chondrostereum.

What is the conservation status of Silver Leaf Disease?

Silver Leaf Disease (Chondrostereum purpureum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Silver Leaf Disease live?

Silver Leaf Disease is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Silver Leaf Disease belong to?

Silver Leaf Disease (Chondrostereum purpureum) belongs to the genus Chondrostereum, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyphellaceae.

Is Silver Leaf Disease endangered?

No, Silver Leaf Disease (Chondrostereum purpureum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Silver Leaf Disease belong to?

Silver Leaf Disease (Chondrostereum purpureum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).