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Brownish Chroogomphus

Chroogomphus rutilus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Boletales ›Family: Gomphidiaceae ›Genus: Chroogomphus

About

Chroogomphus rutilus, commonly known as the brown slimecap or the copper spike, is a species of fungus in the Gomphidiaceae family. First described scientifically as Agaricus rutilus by Jacob Christian Schaffer in 1774, it was transferred to the genus Chroogomphus in 1964 by Orson K. Miller, Jr.. The fungus lives ectomycorrhizally with Pinus species, and is found in Europe and North America. The fruit bodies are edible but not highly regarded.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brownish Chroogomphus?
The scientific name of Brownish Chroogomphus is Chroogomphus rutilus.
What kingdom does Brownish Chroogomphus belong to?
Brownish Chroogomphus belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Brownish Chroogomphus belong to?
Brownish Chroogomphus belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Brownish Chroogomphus belong to?
Brownish Chroogomphus belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Brownish Chroogomphus belong to?
Brownish Chroogomphus belongs to the order Boletales.
What family does Brownish Chroogomphus belong to?
Brownish Chroogomphus belongs to the family Gomphidiaceae.
What genus does Brownish Chroogomphus belong to?
Brownish Chroogomphus belongs to the genus Chroogomphus.