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blusher

Amanita rubescens

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Amanitaceae ›Genus: Amanita

About

The blusher is the common name for several closely related species of the genus Amanita. A. rubescens, found in Europe and eastern North America, and A. novinupta in western North America. Both their scientific and common names are derived from the propensity of their flesh to turn pink on bruising, or cutting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of blusher?
The scientific name of blusher is Amanita rubescens.
What kingdom does blusher belong to?
blusher belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does blusher belong to?
blusher belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does blusher belong to?
blusher belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does blusher belong to?
blusher belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does blusher belong to?
blusher belongs to the family Amanitaceae.
What genus does blusher belong to?
blusher belongs to the genus Amanita.