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common stinkhorn

Phallus impudicus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Phallales ›Family: Phallaceae ›Genus: Phallus

About

Phallus impudicus, known colloquially as the common stinkhorn, is a widespread fungus recognizable for its foul odor and its phallic shape when mature, the latter feature giving rise to several names in 17th-century England. It is a common mushroom in Europe and western North America, where it occurs in habitats rich in wood debris such as forests and mulched gardens. It appears from summer to late autumn. The fruiting structure is tall and white with a...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of common stinkhorn?
The scientific name of common stinkhorn is Phallus impudicus.
What kingdom does common stinkhorn belong to?
common stinkhorn belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does common stinkhorn belong to?
common stinkhorn belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does common stinkhorn belong to?
common stinkhorn belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does common stinkhorn belong to?
common stinkhorn belongs to the order Phallales.
What family does common stinkhorn belong to?
common stinkhorn belongs to the family Phallaceae.
What genus does common stinkhorn belong to?
common stinkhorn belongs to the genus Phallus.