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stinky squid

Pseudocolus fusiformis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Phallales ›Family: Clathraceae ›Genus: Pseudocolus

About

Pseudocolus fusiformis is a stinkhorn mushroom in the Phallaceae, a family well known for a remarkable range of fruit body types. It is the most widely distributed member of the genus Pseudocolus and has been found in the United States, Australia, Japan, Java, and the Philippines. It is commonly known as the stinky squid, because of its fetid odor, and its three or four upright "arms" which are connected at the top. The malodorous smell comes...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of stinky squid?
The scientific name of stinky squid is Pseudocolus fusiformis.
What kingdom does stinky squid belong to?
stinky squid belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does stinky squid belong to?
stinky squid belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does stinky squid belong to?
stinky squid belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does stinky squid belong to?
stinky squid belongs to the order Phallales.
What family does stinky squid belong to?
stinky squid belongs to the family Clathraceae.
What genus does stinky squid belong to?
stinky squid belongs to the genus Pseudocolus.