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Yellow stagshorn

Calocera viscosa

A species of Calocera, Also known as Jelly-antler

The yellow stagshorn is a brightly colored mushroom, similar to so-called coral mushrooms, but it differs from this group with its greasy texture. It's considered inedible due to its poor taste and gelatinous structure. Besides, it's too small to make a decent meal. It grows in dark parts of the woods.

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Yellow stagshorn

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Attributes of Yellow stagshorn

Height

5 - 10 cm

Stem

Up to 10 cm tall; short, central stem; orange or orange-yellow; greasy and viscid

Flesh

Tough, gelatinous; yellow

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

Yellow

White

Orange

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Dead Woods, Wood Chips or Mulch

You can find Yellow stagshorn by these plants:

Spruces, Firs, Pines

Occurence Habitats

Coniferous Woodland

Species Status

Widespread and common

Endangered Species

How to Identify Yellow stagshorn

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Habitat of Yellow stagshorn

The yellow stagshorn is mostly associated with coniferous forests. It grows on dead or decaying wood, needle litter, fallen branches, and decaying stumps. Sometimes may seem like it's growing from the soil, while it actually grows on well-buried wood.

Distribution Area of Yellow stagshorn

North America,Europe,Central and South America,Asia,Australia

Scientific Classification of Yellow stagshorn

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Tips for Finding Yellow stagshorn

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What are Some Tips for Finding Yellow stagshorn

Investigate areas with an abundance of coniferous trees, keeping an eye out for deadwood or fallen branches.
Look for troops or clusters of yellow stagshorn rather than individual specimens, often on or near the ground where wood might be buried.
Explore not just forests, but also coniferous plantations, parks, and private gardens with potential decaying wood sources.
Check around the bases of stumps and roots of pine and spruce trees for any signs of yellow stagshorn.
Inspect conifer bark woodchips within landscaped areas, as these can also host yellow stagshorn.