Baeospora myriadophylla is a small, gilled fungus typically found growing in clusters on conifer wood debris. It features caps that are often convex with a central depression and can have a somewhat greasy appearance. The gills underneath the cap are spaced and attached to a slender stem. Baeospora myriadophylla presents itself mainly in autumn and is part of a family known for diverse habitats and resilience.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 5 cm
Odor:
Mild, non-distinctive mushroom scent.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Baeospora myriadophylla
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Attributes of Baeospora myriadophylla
Cap Diameter
1 - 5 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 4 cm wide; plano-convex or plane; lavender, fading to brownish-lavender, finally ochre-brown to pale buff; moist, smooth
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Attached, nearly free in age; crowded; lavender
Gill Attachment
Free to Attached
Stem
1 - 5 cm long, 1 - 3 mm thick; terete or compressed and cleft, equal, hollow; lavender, becoming somewhat brownish; dry, smooth with long hairs at the base
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Buff to lilac
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mild, non-distinctive mushroom scent.
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
Purple
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland, Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Vulnerable
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Baeospora myriadophylla
Baeospora myriadophylla prefers moist environments, typically thriving on decaying coniferous and hardwood material.
Scientific Classification of Baeospora myriadophylla
