Horse mushroom
A species of Agaricus Scientific name : Agaricus arvensis Genus : Agaricus
Horse mushroom, A species of Agaricus
Scientific name: Agaricus arvensis
Genus: Agaricus
Photo By walt sturgeon (Mycowalt) , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Description
The horse mushroom is a large species of Agaricus whose fruitbodies feature bulbous white caps and pale or gray gills. They are a cosmopolitan species, boasting a global distribution and thriving in a variety of settings, including lawns, lots, and gardens.
Colors
Yellow
White
Habitat
The horse mushroom can be found in pastures, lawns, gardens, fields, manured meadows, and other grassy areas. It grows on the ground, usually forming arcs or rings.
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General Info
Edibility
Horse mushroom is popular, edible, and tasty, with a slightly sweet flavor. Its texture is quite similar to the popular Portabello. However, these mushrooms can be confused with deadly white Amanitas, so make sure your mushroom has pink or brown gills.
Habitat
The horse mushroom can be found in pastures, lawns, gardens, fields, manured meadows, and other grassy areas. It grows on the ground, usually forming arcs or rings.
Growth Form
Saprobic; solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
5 inches
Cap Diameter
6 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor sweetish, like aniseed, almonds
Spore Print
Dark chocolate-brown
Species Status
Least Concern
Distribution Area
North America,Europe,Asia,Australia,New Zealand
How to identify it?
Similar Species
Photo By walt sturgeon (Mycowalt) , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Agaricaceae Genus
Agaricus Species
Horse mushroom