Entoloma ochromicaceum
Local name: Braunkörniger Rötling
Overview
Braunkörniger Rötling (Entoloma ochromicaceum) is a distinctive mushroom species characterized by its brownish-granular cap surface and pinkish spores that give it the common name 'rötling' (pinkgill). This saprobic fungus plays a crucial ecological role in decomposing organic matter in forest ecosystems, contributing to nutrient cycling and soil health.
Entoloma ochromicaceum faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat loss from agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited European range. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its specialized ecological requirements and small, fragmented populations that are highly sensitive to environmental changes.
Habitat
Entoloma ochromicaceum typically inhabits deciduous and mixed forests, particularly favoring areas with rich, moist humus layers beneath oak, beech, and other broadleaf trees. The species shows a preference for undisturbed forest floors with stable microclimate conditions and minimal human disturbance.
Other threatened species in Entolomataceae
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