Column stinkhorn
A species of Clathrus Scientific name : Clathrus columnatus Genus : Clathrus
Column stinkhorn, A species of Clathrus
Scientific name: Clathrus columnatus
Genus: Clathrus
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Description
The slime of the column stinkhorn emits an extremely foul odour, but many insects, particularly flies, find this slime very attractive. Attracting flies is the fungus' method for spreading its spores. This warm climate fungus has been introduced to North America, probably together with exotic plants.
Colors
White
Habitat
Urban settings, woodchip mulch
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General Info
Habitat
Urban settings, woodchip mulch
Growth Form
Saprobic; solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
5–12 cm
Cap Diameter
2–4 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor foul
Spore Print
Olive-brown
Species Status
Fairly common along the Gulf Coast
How to identify it?
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Stinkhorn allies Family
Stinkhorn mushrooms Genus
Clathrus Species
Column stinkhorn 
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