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blistered cup

Peziza vesiculosa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Pezizomycetes ›Order: Pezizales ›Family: Pezizaceae ›Genus: Peziza

About

Peziza vesiculosa is a species of apothecial fungus belonging to the family Pezizaceae. This is a common species of Europe, with scattered records in other parts of the world. The pale, cup-shaped ascocarps can grow quite large (up to 10 cm (3.9 in) in diameter) and often form densely packed groups. It is found on nutrient-rich soils, rotting straw and manure and can often be seen on compost heaps. The edibility of Peziza species, including this one, is...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of blistered cup?
The scientific name of blistered cup is Peziza vesiculosa.
What is the conservation status of blistered cup?
The blistered cup has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does blistered cup belong to?
blistered cup belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does blistered cup belong to?
blistered cup belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does blistered cup belong to?
blistered cup belongs to the class Pezizomycetes.
What order does blistered cup belong to?
blistered cup belongs to the order Pezizales.
What family does blistered cup belong to?
blistered cup belongs to the family Pezizaceae.
What genus does blistered cup belong to?
blistered cup belongs to the genus Peziza.