Gasteroid agaricus
A species of Agaricus Scientific name : Agaricus deserticola Genus : Agaricus
Gasteroid agaricus, A species of Agaricus
Scientific name: Agaricus deserticola
Genus: Agaricus
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Description
Gasteroid agaricus has evolved to flourish in arid or semi-arid environments. Noted for its distinctive bulbous cap that does not fully expand, this mushroom was only recently transferred to the Agaricus genus. Gasteroid agaricus can be found singly or on groups and retains a partial veil despite its maturity.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
White
Habitat
In desert and arid ground
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General Info
Habitat
In desert and arid ground
Growth Form
Solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
4 inches
Cap Diameter
3 inches
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor pleasant; taste mild
Spore Print
Chocolate-brown
Species Status
Uncommon in the San Francisco Bay Area
Distribution Area
Southern and western North America,Central America
How to identify it?
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Agaricaceae Genus
Agaricus Species
Gasteroid agaricus