VU

Xenasma pulverulentum

Local name: Körnige Wachshaut

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Körnige Wachshaut faces severe decline due to the loss of old-growth deciduous forests, particularly beech and oak woodlands that provide the specific microhabitat conditions this corticioid fungus requires. Air pollution and acid rain have altered bark chemistry and forest ecosystems, reducing suitable substrate availability. Climate change threatens the species through altered precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that affect both the fungus and its host trees.

Threat summary

Habitat

This corticioid fungus grows on the bark of deciduous trees, particularly beech and oak, in mature and old-growth forests. It requires specific microhabitat conditions including stable humidity levels and undisturbed forest environments with minimal human interference.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Other threatened species in Xenasmataceae

EN

Xenasma pruinosum

Unknown
VU

Xenasma rimicola

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Körnige Wachshaut classified as Vulnerable?
Körnige Wachshaut 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. Körnige Wachshaut faces severe decline due to the loss of old-growth deciduous forests, particularly beech and oak woodlands that provide the specific microhabitat conditions this corticioid fungus requires. Air pollution and acid rain have altered bark chemistry and forest ecosystems, reducing suitable substrate availability. Climate change threatens the species through altered precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that affect both the fungus and its host trees.
Where does Körnige Wachshaut live?
Körnige Wachshaut 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 Körnige Wachshaut?
The main threats to Körnige Wachshaut 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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