Horn of Plenty
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Horn of Plenty

Craterellus cornucopioides

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Overview

Craterellus cornucopioides is a species of fungus commonly known as the horn of plenty, black chanterelle, black trumpet, or trumpet of the dead. It forms a funnel-shaped grayish mushroom, which is found in Eurasia, North America, and Australia. It is edible.

The Horn of Plenty faces significant pressure from habitat loss due to deforestation and fragmentation of old-growth deciduous forests where it forms essential partnerships with mature trees. Climate change is altering precipitation patterns and soil conditions, disrupting the delicate moisture balance required for fruiting body development. Over-harvesting by commercial foragers and recreational mushroom hunters has also contributed to population declines in accessible forest areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

On the forest floor in the Catskills, New York

This fungus is found in woods in Europe, East Asia, North America, and Australia. In the American Pacific Northwest, it grows from November to March. It mainly grows under beech, oak or other broad-leaved trees, especially in moss in moist spots on heavy calcareous soil. In Australia, they grow in rainforest gullies, often associated with...

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Horn of Plenty classified as Endangered?
Horn of Plenty is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. The Horn of Plenty faces significant pressure from habitat loss due to deforestation and fragmentation of old-growth deciduous forests where it forms essential partnerships with mature trees. Climate change is altering precipitation patterns and soil conditions, disrupting the delicate moisture balance required for fruiting body development. Over-harvesting by commercial foragers and recreational mushroom hunters has also contributed to population declines in accessible forest areas.
Where does Horn of Plenty live?
Horn of Plenty 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 Horn of Plenty?
The main threats to Horn of Plenty are habitat loss and human disturbance. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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