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Cowpat gem

Cheilymenia granulata

A species of Cheilymenia

Cowpat gem typically thrives in nutrient-rich dung, an environment conducive to its growth cycle. It's characterized by a brightly colored, cup-shaped appearance and a textured surface. Cowpat gem has a significant role in nutrient recycling within its ecosystem by breaking down animal waste, thus contributing to soil fertility.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 2 mm

Odor:

Indistinct, typically fungal without unique characteristics.

General Info About Cowpat gem

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Attributes of Cowpat gem

Cap Diameter

1 - 2 mm

Height

0.5 - 1.5 mm

Cap

1 - 2 mm across; flat; orange; smooth in the centre, granular near the rim

Stem

Sessile

Flesh

Very thin; fragile; orange

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Indistinct, typically fungal without unique characteristics.

Body Color

Red

Orange

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On animal dung

You can find Cowpat gem by these plants:

Occurence Habitats

Meadows

Species Status

Very common

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Habitat of Cowpat gem

Cowpat gem thrives in environments rich in organic material, particularly on dung from herbivores such as cows.

Scientific Classification of Cowpat gem

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Tips for Finding Cowpat gem

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Cowpat gem

Rich in organic waste; typically dung.

What are Some Tips for Finding Cowpat gem

Search in areas where herbivore animals, like cows, are known to graze.
Inspect dung piles, focusing on those that are aging or partially decomposed.
Visit open fields or pastures where animal waste is abundant.
Search during times of higher humidity, as moisture can encourage fungal growth.
Gently break apart any dung to reveal any hidden cowpat gem specimens.

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