Olive-brown cup is a fungus that grows on decaying wood, specifically favoring the remnants of coniferous trees. It is recognized by its distinctive cup-like shape and namesake olive-brown coloration. The fruiting bodies appear during the cooler months. Olive-brown cup aids in the decomposition process, contributing to the forest's nutrient cycle.
Cap Diameter:
5 - 25 mm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Olive-brown cup
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Attributes of Olive-brown cup
Cap Diameter
5 - 25 mm
Cap
Under 2.5 cm in diameter; round, cup-shaped; olive, orange, brown
Stem
Very short, tapering downward; dull reddish brown
Flesh
Very thin; pale buff
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Green
Yellow
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
