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Ascobolus immersus

Ascobolus immersus

A species of Ascobolus

Ascobolus immersus is a distinctive fungus that thrives on dung deposits, playing a key role in nutrient recycling. These small mushrooms feature dark, spore-bearing structures, which become prominent as they mature. They grow in groups, often creating an intriguing pattern against their organic substrate, aiding in the decomposition process within their ecosystem.

Cap Diameter
Cap Diameter:

0 - 2 mm

Odor
Odor:

Mild dung-like smell.

General Info About Ascobolus immersus
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Attributes of Ascobolus immersus
Cap Diameter
0 - 2 mm
Height
0.5 - 0.7 mm
Cap
0.5 - 2 mm across; subcylindric or hemispheric, flat or convex; yellow or greenish yellow
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Spore Print Color
Violaceous then brown
Odor
Mild dung-like smell.
Body Color
Green
Yellow
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On animal dung
Species Status
Cosmopolitan distribution
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Ascobolus immersus
Tropical moist broadleaf forest
Scientific Classification of Ascobolus immersus
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