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King Alfred's Cakes

Daldinia concentrica

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Sordariomycetes ›Order: Xylariales ›Family: Hypoxylaceae ›Genus: Daldinia

About

The inedible fungus Daldinia concentrica is known by several common names, including King Alfred's cake, cramp balls, and coal fungus. As with other fungi the light spores are distributed globally and the fungi develop wherever conditions are suitable - it lives on dead and decaying wood, and is a common, widespread saprotroph.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of King Alfred's Cakes?
The scientific name of King Alfred's Cakes is Daldinia concentrica.
What is the conservation status of King Alfred's Cakes?
The King Alfred's Cakes has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
What kingdom does King Alfred's Cakes belong to?
King Alfred's Cakes belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does King Alfred's Cakes belong to?
King Alfred's Cakes belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does King Alfred's Cakes belong to?
King Alfred's Cakes belongs to the class Sordariomycetes.
What order does King Alfred's Cakes belong to?
King Alfred's Cakes belongs to the order Xylariales.
What family does King Alfred's Cakes belong to?
King Alfred's Cakes belongs to the family Hypoxylaceae.
What genus does King Alfred's Cakes belong to?
King Alfred's Cakes belongs to the genus Daldinia.