🌿Native Nature

Parrot Mushroom

Gliophorus psittacinus

Taxonomy

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

About

Gliophorus psittacinus, commonly known as the Parrot Toadstool or Parrot Waxcap, is a colourful member of the genus Gliophorus, found across Northern Europe. It was formerly known as Hygrocybe psittacina, but a molecular phylogenetics study found it to belong in the genus Gliophorus. It had already been placed in Gliophorus, but it had been considered a synonym of Hygrocybe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Parrot Mushroom?
The scientific name of Parrot Mushroom is Gliophorus psittacinus.
What kingdom does Parrot Mushroom belong to?
Parrot Mushroom belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Parrot Mushroom belong to?
Parrot Mushroom belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Parrot Mushroom belong to?
Parrot Mushroom belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Parrot Mushroom belong to?
Parrot Mushroom belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Parrot Mushroom belong to?
Parrot Mushroom belongs to the family Hygrophoraceae.
What genus does Parrot Mushroom belong to?
Parrot Mushroom belongs to the genus Gliophorus.