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Black bulgar

Bulgaria inquinans

A species of Bulgaria, Also known as Poor man's licorice, Bachelor's buttons

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.

Cap Diameter:

5 - 40 mm

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Black bulgar

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Attributes of Black bulgar

Cap Diameter

5 - 40 mm

Cap

Cap 5 - 40 mm across; flat, cup-shaped; brownish to blackish brown, black; surface smooth; margin inrolled

Flesh

Rubbery to gelatinous; dark ochre-brown

Spore Print Color

Black to very dark brown

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

Brown

Black

Flesh Bruises

The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.

Growth Form

Gregarious, Clustered

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Dead Woods

You can find Black bulgar by these plants:

Oaks, European beech

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland

Species Status

Fairly common and widespread

Endangered Species

How to Identify Black bulgar

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Habitat of Black bulgar

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.

Distribution Area of Black bulgar

North America,Europe,Asia

Scientific Classification of Black bulgar

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Toxicity and Edibility of Black bulgar

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Is Black bulgar Toxic?

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.

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Tips for Finding Black bulgar

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What are Some Tips for Finding Black bulgar

Search around decaying logs and branches of oak and beech trees, where black bulgar is most likely to be found.
Look for black bulgar in undisturbed woodland areas and parklands where fallen timber accumulates.
Inspect clusters of mushrooms on decaying wood, as black bulgar often grows gregariously.
Investigate areas under dense canopy coverage as these conditions favor the moisture levels black bulgar prefers.