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Vinegar Cup

Helvella acetabulum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Pezizomycetes ›Order: Pezizales ›Family: Helvellaceae ›Genus: Helvella

About

Helvella acetabulum is a species of fungus in the family Helvellaceae, order Pezizales. This relatively large cup-shaped fungus is characterized by a tan fruit body with prominent branching ribs resembling a cabbage leaf; for this reason it is commonly known as the cabbage leaf Helvella. Other colloquial names include the vinegar cup and the brown ribbed elfin cup. The fruit bodies reaches dimensions of 8 cm (3.1 in) by 4 cm (1.6 in) tall. It is found in Asia, Europe,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Vinegar Cup?
The scientific name of Vinegar Cup is Helvella acetabulum.
What kingdom does Vinegar Cup belong to?
Vinegar Cup belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Vinegar Cup belong to?
Vinegar Cup belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Vinegar Cup belong to?
Vinegar Cup belongs to the class Pezizomycetes.
What order does Vinegar Cup belong to?
Vinegar Cup belongs to the order Pezizales.
What family does Vinegar Cup belong to?
Vinegar Cup belongs to the family Helvellaceae.
What genus does Vinegar Cup belong to?
Vinegar Cup belongs to the genus Helvella.