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alder tongue gall

Taphrina alni

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Taphrinomycetes ›Order: Taphrinales ›Family: Taphrinaceae ›Genus: Taphrina

About

Taphrina alni is a fungal plant pathogen that causes Alder tongue gall, a chemically induced distortion of female alder catkins (Alnus glutinosa).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of alder tongue gall?
The scientific name of alder tongue gall is Taphrina alni.
What is the conservation status of alder tongue gall?
The alder tongue gall has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
What kingdom does alder tongue gall belong to?
alder tongue gall belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does alder tongue gall belong to?
alder tongue gall belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does alder tongue gall belong to?
alder tongue gall belongs to the class Taphrinomycetes.
What order does alder tongue gall belong to?
alder tongue gall belongs to the order Taphrinales.
What family does alder tongue gall belong to?
alder tongue gall belongs to the family Taphrinaceae.
What genus does alder tongue gall belong to?
alder tongue gall belongs to the genus Taphrina.