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Cramp Balls

Daldinia concentrica

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (nấm)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Sordariomycetes (Sordariomycetes)

Order

Xylariales (Xylariales)

Species

Daldinia concentrica (Cramp Balls)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Daldinia de carne cebrada

German Kohliger Kugelpilz

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cramp Balls?

The scientific name of Cramp Balls is Daldinia concentrica. It belongs to the genus Daldinia.

What is the conservation status of Cramp Balls?

Cramp Balls (Daldinia concentrica) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cramp Balls live?

Cramp Balls is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Cramp Balls belong to?

Cramp Balls (Daldinia concentrica) belongs to the genus Daldinia, which is part of the taxonomic family Hypoxylaceae.

Is Cramp Balls endangered?

Yes, Cramp Balls (Daldinia concentrica) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Cramp Balls belong to?

Cramp Balls (Daldinia concentrica) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (nấm).

What are the closest relatives of Cramp Balls?

The closest relatives of Cramp Balls in the genus Daldinia include , , , Gorse Cramp Ball, .