Psathyrella sphaerocystis
Local name: Rundvelum-Mürbling
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Psathyrella sphaerocystis faces severe population decline due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited European range. The species' dependence on specific soil chemistry and microhabitat conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, with many historical collection sites now completely altered or destroyed.
Habitat
This rare fungus occurs in nutrient-rich soils of deciduous woodlands and forest edges, typically associated with decomposing organic matter in temperate European ecosystems. It requires specific soil pH conditions and moisture levels, often found in areas with consistent leaf litter accumulation.
Other threatened species in Psathyrellaceae
Frequently asked questions
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