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Chalciporus piperatoides

A species of Chalciporus

Chalciporus piperatoides is part of a widely recognized family known for their sponge-like spore-bearing surface underneath the cap. It has a distinct appearance with a typically small to medium-sized, often colorful cap. Chalciporus piperatoides grows in a symbiotic relationship with trees, contributing to forest ecosystems. Seasonally, chalciporus piperatoides emerges in specific regions, being part of the natural biodiversity.

Cap Diameter:

3 - 8 cm

Odor:

Mild with no distinctive smell.

General Info About Chalciporus piperatoides

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Attributes of Chalciporus piperatoides

Cap Diameter

3 - 8 cm

Height

3 - 8 cm

Cap Shape

Convex

Cap Surfaces

Velvety, Slimy or slightly sticky

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Olive

Odor

Mild with no distinctive smell.

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Chalciporus piperatoides by these plants:

Pines, Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland, Mixed Woodland

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Habitat of Chalciporus piperatoides

Chalciporus piperatoides typically grows in association with both hardwoods and conifers, preferring mixed woodlands. Emphasis is on its presence in areas with a combination of these trees.

Scientific Classification of Chalciporus piperatoides

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Boletes and allies

Family

Boletes

Genus

Chalciporus

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Tips for Finding Chalciporus piperatoides

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What are Some Tips for Finding Chalciporus piperatoides

Search near hardwoods and conifers, as chalciporus piperatoides often appears in these settings.
Look for chalciporus piperatoides in areas where trees are scattered or grow in small groups, which may provide the ideal microhabitat.
Check around the base of trees and nearby exposed roots, where chalciporus piperatoides could be thriving.
Scan for solitary specimens or clusters of chalciporus piperatoides, as they can be found growing in varied group sizes.

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