''Astraeus smithii'' is a species of
false earthstar in the family
Diplocystaceae. It was described as new to science in 2013. The
specific epithet
In taxonomy, binomial nomenclature ("two-term naming system"), also called nomenclature ("two-name naming system") or binary nomenclature, is a formal system of naming species of living things by giving each a name composed of two parts, bot ...
honors American mycologist
Alexander H. Smith
Alexander Hanchett Smith (December 12, 1904 – December 12, 1986) was an American mycologist known for his extensive contributions to the taxonomy and phylogeny of the higher fungi, especially the agarics.
Early life
Smith, born in Crandon, Wis ...
. The fungus is found in the central and northern United States, where it grows on the ground at forest edges and open areas.
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Boletales
Fungi described in 2013
Fungi of the United States
Fungi without expected TNC conservation status
Fungus species
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