Green Earthtongue
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Green Earthtongue

Microglossum viride

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Overview

Microglossum viride is a species of fungus in the family Leotiaceae. It is commonly called green earth tongue.

Green Earthtongue (Microglossum viride) is critically endangered primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of its specialized grassland ecosystems. The species requires very specific soil conditions and plant communities that are increasingly rare due to agricultural intensification, urban development, and changes in land management practices.

Threat summary

Habitat

Microglossum viride is found in woodlands in North America, Australia, and Europe.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Frequently asked questions

Why is Green Earthtongue classified as Critically Endangered?
Green Earthtongue is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Green Earthtongue (Microglossum viride) is critically endangered primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of its specialized grassland ecosystems. The species requires very specific soil conditions and plant communities that are increasingly rare due to agricultural intensification, urban development, and changes in land management practices.
Where does Green Earthtongue live?
Green Earthtongue 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 Green Earthtongue?
The main threats to Green Earthtongue 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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