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Citrine Waxcap

Hygrocybe citrinovirens

Endangered

About

The Citrine Waxcap (Hygrocybe citrinovirens) is a species in the genus Hygrocybe. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, 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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (mantar)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Bazitli mantarlar)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Lamelli mantarlar)

Species

Hygrocybe citrinovirens (Citrine Waxcap)

Names in Other Languages

German Kleinhütiger Saftling

Similar Species in Hygrocybe

Hygrocybe acutoconica

Hygrocybe chlorophana

Hygrocybe constrictospora

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Citrine Waxcap?

The scientific name of Citrine Waxcap is Hygrocybe citrinovirens. It belongs to the genus Hygrocybe.

What is the conservation status of Citrine Waxcap?

Citrine Waxcap (Hygrocybe citrinovirens) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Citrine Waxcap live?

Citrine Waxcap is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, 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, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Citrine Waxcap belong to?

Citrine Waxcap (Hygrocybe citrinovirens) belongs to the genus Hygrocybe, which is part of the taxonomic family Hygrophoraceae.

Is Citrine Waxcap endangered?

Yes, Citrine Waxcap (Hygrocybe citrinovirens) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Citrine Waxcap belong to?

Citrine Waxcap (Hygrocybe citrinovirens) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (mantar).

What are the closest relatives of Citrine Waxcap?

The closest relatives of Citrine Waxcap in the genus Hygrocybe include Blackening Wax-Cap, Bitter Waxcap, , , Garlic Waxcap.