Ashen Coral
VU

Ashen Coral

Tremellodendropsis tuberosa

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Overview

Tremellodendropsis tuberosa, commonly known as the ashen coral, is a species of coral fungus in the family Tremellodendropsidaceae found in Eurasia and the Americas.

Ashen Coral faces significant threats from habitat degradation and climate change impacts on forest ecosystems. Deforestation, logging activities, and changing precipitation patterns threaten the specific microhabitat conditions this fungal species requires for survival and reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ashen Coral occurs in temperate and boreal coniferous forests, particularly in moist, shaded areas with rich organic soil and decaying wood substrates. This saprophytic fungus is typically found growing on rotting logs and forest floor debris in old-growth and mature forest ecosystems.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Frequently asked questions

Why is Ashen Coral classified as Vulnerable?
Ashen Coral is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Ashen Coral faces significant threats from habitat degradation and climate change impacts on forest ecosystems. Deforestation, logging activities, and changing precipitation patterns threaten the specific microhabitat conditions this fungal species requires for survival and reproduction.
Where does Ashen Coral live?
Ashen Coral occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ashen Coral?
The main threats to Ashen Coral are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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