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Weathered Earthstar

Geastrum corollinum

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Geastrales (Geastrales)

Species

Geastrum corollinum (Weathered Earthstar)

Names in Other Languages

German Zitzen-Erdstern

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Geastrum melanocephalum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Weathered Earthstar?

The scientific name of Weathered Earthstar is Geastrum corollinum. It belongs to the genus Geastrum.

What is the conservation status of Weathered Earthstar?

Weathered Earthstar (Geastrum corollinum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Weathered Earthstar live?

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

What family does Weathered Earthstar belong to?

Weathered Earthstar (Geastrum corollinum) belongs to the genus Geastrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Geastraceae.

Is Weathered Earthstar endangered?

Yes, Weathered Earthstar (Geastrum corollinum) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Weathered Earthstar belong to?

Weathered Earthstar (Geastrum corollinum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Weathered Earthstar?

The closest relatives of Weathered Earthstar in the genus Geastrum include Arched Earthstar, Beaked Earthstar, Berkeley's Earthstar, , Elegant Earthstar.