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Shield Dapperling

Lepiota clypeolaria

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Verrucosporaceae ›Genus: Lepiota

About

Lepiota clypeolaria commonly known as the shield dapperling or the shaggy-stalked Lepiota, is a common, poisonous mushroom in the genus Lepiota. It is widely distributed in northern temperate zones, where it grows in deciduous and coniferous forest. Fruit bodies have a brownish cap, a shaggy stipe with a collapsed, sheathing ring or ring zone, and spindle-shaped spores.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Shield Dapperling?
The scientific name of Shield Dapperling is Lepiota clypeolaria.
What kingdom does Shield Dapperling belong to?
Shield Dapperling belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Shield Dapperling belong to?
Shield Dapperling belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Shield Dapperling belong to?
Shield Dapperling belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Shield Dapperling belong to?
Shield Dapperling belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Shield Dapperling belong to?
Shield Dapperling belongs to the family Verrucosporaceae.
What genus does Shield Dapperling belong to?
Shield Dapperling belongs to the genus Lepiota.