Black bulgar
A species of Bulgaria, Also known as Poor man's licorice, Bachelor's buttons Scientific name : Bulgaria inquinans Genus : Bulgaria
Black bulgar, A species of Bulgaria
Also known as:
Poor man's licorice, Bachelor's buttons
Scientific name: Bulgaria inquinans
Genus: Bulgaria
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Description
The black bulgar is an unusual fungus that looks a bit like black gumdrops. While some authorities classify it in an "unknown edibility" group, others claim it's a poisonous mushroom. Either way, its unappealing appearance surely makes it an easy choice not to consume the black bulgar.
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
Black bulgar can be found in woods and wooded areas. It feeds on decomposing organic material, therefore can be found on rotting wood such as fallen logs, branches, twigs, and other types of woody debris.
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General Info
Toxicity
The black bulgar is considered to be a toxic mushroom that contains photosensitive toxins. When ingested, these toxins can cause skin damage and skin dermatitis as a reaction to sun exposure.
Habitat
Black bulgar can be found in woods and wooded areas. It feeds on decomposing organic material, therefore can be found on rotting wood such as fallen logs, branches, twigs, and other types of woody debris.
Growth Form
Saprobic; solitary, gregarious, clustered
Sporocarp Height
0.5 inches
Cap Diameter
1.5 inches
Endangered Species
No
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Not distinctive
Spore Print
Black to very dark brown
Species Status
Fairly common and widespread
Distribution Area
North America,Europe,Asia
How to identify it?
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Leotiomycetes Order
Leotiales Family
Bulgariaceae Genus
Bulgaria Species
Black bulgar