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Phallus
Phallus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Phallales ›Family: Phallaceae ›
About
The genus Phallus, commonly known as stinkhorns, are a group of basidiomycetes which produce a phallic, often foul-scented, mushroom, from which their name is derived. The genus has a widespread distribution and, according to a 2008 estimate, contains 18 species. They belong to the family Phallaceae in the order Phallales. The best known species (and type species) is the common stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus).
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Phallus is Phallus.
- Phallus belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
- Phallus belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
- Phallus belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
- Phallus belongs to the order Phallales.
- Phallus belongs to the family Phallaceae.