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Desert Inkcap

Montagnea arenaria

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Coprinaceae ›Genus: Montagnea

About

Montagnea arenaria is a species of secotioid fungus in the Agaricaceae family. Originally named Agaricus arenarius by Augustin Pyramus de Candolle in 1815, it was transferred to the genus Montagnea by Sanford Myron Zeller in 1943. The species is characterized by a cap that has an apical disc, radial gills, a hymenophore, and spores with a prominent germ pore.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Desert Inkcap?
The scientific name of Desert Inkcap is Montagnea arenaria.
What kingdom does Desert Inkcap belong to?
Desert Inkcap belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Desert Inkcap belong to?
Desert Inkcap belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Desert Inkcap belong to?
Desert Inkcap belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Desert Inkcap belong to?
Desert Inkcap belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Desert Inkcap belong to?
Desert Inkcap belongs to the family Coprinaceae.
What genus does Desert Inkcap belong to?
Desert Inkcap belongs to the genus Montagnea.