Turquoise elfcup is recognizable by its striking blue-green color that infuses the wood it grows on. It is a saprobic fungus, primarily breaking down dead wood. What's particularly fascinating about turquoise elfcup is that it produces a pigment that has been historically used in woodworking and textiles, adding a unique element to crafts and art.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 6 mm
Odor:
Faint, indistinct mushroom smell.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Turquoise elfcup
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Attributes of Turquoise elfcup
Cap Diameter
2 - 6 mm
Cap
2 - 6 mm
Spore Print Color
Transparent
Odor
Faint, indistinct mushroom smell.
Body Color
Green
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
You can find Turquoise elfcup by these plants:
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Endangered Species
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Habitat of Turquoise elfcup
Turquoise elfcup are often found thriving on decayed, bark-free hardwoods like oak, beech, and hazel.
