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Russule lie-de-vin

Russula vinosopurpurea

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Overview

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

Russula vinosopurpurea faces severe decline due to widespread deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its European range. The species' dependence on mature deciduous and mixed forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and forest conversion for agriculture. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering soil chemistry and mycorrhizal relationships essential for this ectomycorrhizal fungus.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ectomycorrhizal fungus inhabits mature deciduous and mixed forests, forming symbiotic relationships with oak, beech, and other broadleaf trees. It typically occurs in well-established woodland ecosystems with rich, undisturbed soil layers.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Russule lie-de-vin classified as Endangered?
Russule lie-de-vin 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. Russula vinosopurpurea faces severe decline due to widespread deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its European range. The species' dependence on mature deciduous and mixed forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and forest conversion for agriculture. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering soil chemistry and mycorrhizal relationships essential for this ectomycorrhizal fungus.
Where does Russule lie-de-vin live?
Russule lie-de-vin 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 Russule lie-de-vin?
The main threats to Russule lie-de-vin 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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