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Grey Inkcap

Coprinopsis cinerea

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and North America (United States).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Struppiger Tintling

Similar Species in Coprinopsis

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Common Ink Cap
Coprinopsis atramentaria
Least Concern
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Sawdust Inkcap
Coprinopsis scobicola
Not Evaluated
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Coprinopsis insignis
Vulnerable
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Coprinopsis romagnesiana
Least Concern
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Coprinopsis geesterani
Data Deficient
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Coprinopsis kubickae
Least Concern
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Coprinopsis phaeospora
Least Concern
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Bonfire Inkcap
Coprinopsis jonesii
Data Deficient
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Lamelli mantarlar
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Psathyrellaceae
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Coprinopsis
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Grey Inkcap?
The scientific name of Grey Inkcap is Coprinopsis cinerea. It belongs to the genus Coprinopsis.
What is the conservation status of Grey Inkcap?
Grey Inkcap (Coprinopsis cinerea) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Grey Inkcap live?
Grey Inkcap is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Grey Inkcap belong to?
Grey Inkcap (Coprinopsis cinerea) belongs to the genus Coprinopsis, which is part of the taxonomic family Psathyrellaceae.
Is Grey Inkcap endangered?
No, Grey Inkcap (Coprinopsis cinerea) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Grey Inkcap belong to?
Grey Inkcap (Coprinopsis cinerea) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (mantar).
What are the closest relatives of Grey Inkcap?
The closest relatives of Grey Inkcap in the genus Coprinopsis include Common Ink Cap, Sawdust Inkcap, , , .

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Coprinopsis — 20 Species

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Common Ink Cap
Coprinopsis atramentaria
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Sawdust Inkcap
Coprinopsis scobicola
NE 🐾
Coprinopsis insignis
VU 🐾
Coprinopsis romagnesiana
LC 🐾
Coprinopsis geesterani
DD 🐾
Coprinopsis kubickae
LC 🐾
Coprinopsis phaeospora
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Coprinopsis pseudofriesii
LC 🐾
Coprinopsis stercorea
LC
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Grey Inkcap
Coprinopsis cinerea
LC
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Hare'S Foot Inkcap
Coprinopsis lagopus
LC 🐾
Magpie Fungus
Coprinopsis picacea
VU 🐾
Mitre Inkcap
Coprinopsis episcopalis
DD 🐾
Bighead Inkcap
Coprinopsis macrocephala
LC 🐾
Snowy Inkcap
Coprinopsis nivea
LC 🐾
Pied Inkcap
Coprinopsis stangliana
NE 🐾
Humpback Inkcap
Coprinopsis acuminata
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Redheaded Inkcap
Coprinopsis erythrocephala
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Coprinopsis xantholepis
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Bonfire Inkcap
Coprinopsis jonesii
DD
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