🌿Native Nature

Heath Waxcap

Gliophorus laetus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Hygrophoraceae ›Genus: Gliophorus

About

Gliophorus laetus is a species of agaric fungus in the family Hygrophoraceae. Originally described as new to science by Christian Hendrik Persoon in 1800, it was transferred to the genus Gliophorus in 1958.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Heath Waxcap?
The scientific name of Heath Waxcap is Gliophorus laetus.
What is the conservation status of Heath Waxcap?
The Heath Waxcap has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Heath Waxcap belong to?
Heath Waxcap belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Heath Waxcap belong to?
Heath Waxcap belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Heath Waxcap belong to?
Heath Waxcap belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Heath Waxcap belong to?
Heath Waxcap belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Heath Waxcap belong to?
Heath Waxcap belongs to the family Hygrophoraceae.
What genus does Heath Waxcap belong to?
Heath Waxcap belongs to the genus Gliophorus.