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Purple Jellydisc

Ascocoryne sarcoides

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Leotiomycetes ›Order: Helotiales ›Family: Gelatinodiscaceae ›Genus: Ascocoryne

About

Ascocoryne sarcoides is a species of fungus in the family Helotiaceae. The species name is derived from the Greek sarkodes (fleshy). Formerly known as Coryne sarcoides, its taxonomical history has been complicated by the fact that it may adopt both sexual and asexual forms. Colloquially known as jelly drops or the purple jellydisc, this common fungus appears as a gelatinous mass of pinkish or purple-colored discs. Distributed widely in North America, Europe and Asia, A. sarcoides is...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Purple Jellydisc?
The scientific name of Purple Jellydisc is Ascocoryne sarcoides.
What is the conservation status of Purple Jellydisc?
The Purple Jellydisc has a conservation status of NNR.
What kingdom does Purple Jellydisc belong to?
Purple Jellydisc belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Purple Jellydisc belong to?
Purple Jellydisc belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Purple Jellydisc belong to?
Purple Jellydisc belongs to the class Leotiomycetes.
What order does Purple Jellydisc belong to?
Purple Jellydisc belongs to the order Helotiales.
What family does Purple Jellydisc belong to?
Purple Jellydisc belongs to the family Gelatinodiscaceae.
What genus does Purple Jellydisc belong to?
Purple Jellydisc belongs to the genus Ascocoryne.