(Psathyrella pennata) — Endangered

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Psathyrella pennata

Endangered

About

Psathyrella pennata is a small, fragile agaric fungus in the family Psathyrellaceae, assessed as Endangered (EN). It grows on fire-scorched soil or charred wood in post-burn habitats, making it dependent on natural or managed fire disturbance events. Its endangered status reflects the rarity of appropriate fire-disturbed substrates in managed landscapes.

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

Psathyrella pennata ()

Names in Other Languages

German Kohlen-Mürbling

Similar Species in Psathyrella

Psathyrella caput-medusae

Endangered

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Slender Stump Brittlestem

Psathyrella laevissima

Data Deficient

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Solitary Brittlestem

Psathyrella atomatoides

Psathyrella microrhiza

Least Concern

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Psathyrella sphagnicola

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Psathyrella pennata. It belongs to the genus Psathyrella.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Psathyrella pennata) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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 belong to?

(Psathyrella pennata) belongs to the genus Psathyrella, which is part of the taxonomic family Psathyrellaceae.

Is endangered?

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

What kingdom does belong to?

(Psathyrella pennata) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (mantar).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Psathyrella include Spotted Brittlestem, Medusa Brittlestem, Slender Stump Brittlestem, Solitary Brittlestem, Pygmy Brittlestem.