Orange Waxcap

Hygrocybe aurantiosplendens

Taxonomy

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

About

Hygrocybe aurantiosplendens, commonly known as the orange waxcap, is a gilled fungus in the family Hygrophoraceae. It mainly occurs in Europe, but is also found in Siberia, and on both the East and West coasts of North America. It is uncertain if the continental ecotypes are in fact conspecific and are sometimes treated as distinct species.

Frequently Asked Questions

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