Oldrose Bolete
CR

Oldrose Bolete

Imperator rhodopurpureus

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imperator_rhodopurpureus

Overview

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

The Oldrose Bolete faces severe threats from widespread deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its range, particularly affecting the mature forest ecosystems it depends on for survival. Climate change is altering precipitation patterns and temperature regimes critical for this mycorrhizal species, while pollution and soil contamination from agricultural and industrial activities are degrading the forest floor environments where it occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species occurs in mature deciduous and mixed forests, particularly those dominated by oak, beech, and other hardwood trees with which it forms mycorrhizal associations. It typically fruits in well-drained forest soils with rich organic matter, often in areas with partial shade and stable moisture conditions.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Oldrose Bolete classified as Critically Endangered?
Oldrose Bolete 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. The Oldrose Bolete faces severe threats from widespread deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its range, particularly affecting the mature forest ecosystems it depends on for survival. Climate change is altering precipitation patterns and temperature regimes critical for this mycorrhizal species, while pollution and soil contamination from agricultural and industrial activities are degrading the forest floor environments where it occurs.
Where does Oldrose Bolete live?
Oldrose Bolete 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 Oldrose Bolete?
The main threats to Oldrose Bolete 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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