🌿Native Nature

Scarlet Caterpillar Club

Cordyceps militaris

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Sordariomycetes ›Order: Hypocreales ›Family: Cordycipitaceae ›Genus: Cordyceps

About

Cordyceps militaris is a species of fungus in the family Clavicipitaceae, and the type species of the genus Cordyceps. It was originally described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753 as Clavaria militaris.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scarlet Caterpillar Club?
The scientific name of Scarlet Caterpillar Club is Cordyceps militaris.
What kingdom does Scarlet Caterpillar Club belong to?
Scarlet Caterpillar Club belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Scarlet Caterpillar Club belong to?
Scarlet Caterpillar Club belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Scarlet Caterpillar Club belong to?
Scarlet Caterpillar Club belongs to the class Sordariomycetes.
What order does Scarlet Caterpillar Club belong to?
Scarlet Caterpillar Club belongs to the order Hypocreales.
What family does Scarlet Caterpillar Club belong to?
Scarlet Caterpillar Club belongs to the family Cordycipitaceae.
What genus does Scarlet Caterpillar Club belong to?
Scarlet Caterpillar Club belongs to the genus Cordyceps.