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European jack-o'-lantern

Omphalotus olearius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Omphalotaceae ›Genus: Omphalotus

About

Omphalotus olearius, commonly known as the jack-o'-lantern mushroom, is a poisonous orange gilled mushroom that to an untrained eye appears similar to some chanterelles. It is notable for its bioluminescent properties. It is found in woodland areas in Europe, where it grows on decaying stumps, on buried roots or at the base of hardwood trees. A similar, but phylogenetically distinct species found in eastern North America is Omphalotus illudens.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European jack-o'-lantern?
The scientific name of European jack-o'-lantern is Omphalotus olearius.
What is the conservation status of European jack-o'-lantern?
The European jack-o'-lantern has a conservation status of NNR.
What kingdom does European jack-o'-lantern belong to?
European jack-o'-lantern belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does European jack-o'-lantern belong to?
European jack-o'-lantern belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does European jack-o'-lantern belong to?
European jack-o'-lantern belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does European jack-o'-lantern belong to?
European jack-o'-lantern belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does European jack-o'-lantern belong to?
European jack-o'-lantern belongs to the family Omphalotaceae.
What genus does European jack-o'-lantern belong to?
European jack-o'-lantern belongs to the genus Omphalotus.