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Beaked Earthstar

Geastrum pectinatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Geastrales ›Family: Geastraceae ›Genus: Geastrum

About

Geastrum pectinatum is an inedible species of mushroom belonging to the earthstar family of fungi. Although young specimens are spherical, fruit body development involves the outer layer of tissue splitting open like a star into 7 to 10 pointed rays that eventually bend back to point downward, revealing a small – 1 to 2.5 cm (0.4 to 1.0 in) broad – spore sac. The spore sac is supported by a small radially wrinkled stalk. There is a distinct

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Beaked Earthstar?
The scientific name of Beaked Earthstar is Geastrum pectinatum.
What is the conservation status of Beaked Earthstar?
The Beaked Earthstar has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Beaked Earthstar belong to?
Beaked Earthstar belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Beaked Earthstar belong to?
Beaked Earthstar belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Beaked Earthstar belong to?
Beaked Earthstar belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Beaked Earthstar belong to?
Beaked Earthstar belongs to the order Geastrales.
What family does Beaked Earthstar belong to?
Beaked Earthstar belongs to the family Geastraceae.
What genus does Beaked Earthstar belong to?
Beaked Earthstar belongs to the genus Geastrum.