Pale stagshorn is a distinctive fungus notable for its pale yellow, slender, and branching structure, resembling the antlers of a stag. Typically found in coniferous forests, it thrives on decaying wood, contributing to the ecosystem by helping decompose fallen trees and branches. Its gelatinous texture becomes more pronounced when wet.
Odor:
Faint, unremarkable mushroom scent.
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Common Questions
General Info About Pale stagshorn
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Attributes of Pale stagshorn
Odor
Faint, unremarkable mushroom scent.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland, Deciduous Woodland
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Habitat of Pale stagshorn
Pale stagshorn thrives in forests or wooded areas where well-rotted trunks, stumps, and branches of dead conifers and broadleaf trees are found.
