Orange Spindle Coral is a uniquely shaped mushroom often found growing in small groups on forest floors. The pointed arms resemble coral, and the bright orange color stands out against the decaying plant matter.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 3 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 Orange Spindle Coral
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Attributes of Orange Spindle Coral
Cap Diameter
1 - 3 mm
Height
1.5 - 4 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 3 mm wide; blunt or pointed
Stem
Stem 1.5 - 4 cm high; cylindrical and unbranched; reddish orange; dry
Flesh
Thin; moderately brittle; orange
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Red
Orange
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
You can find Orange Spindle Coral by these plants:
Pines, Spruces
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Fairly common from roughly Ohio to Virginia and Connecticut
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Orange Spindle Coral
Orange Spindle Coral are typically found in low-lying areas under hardwood trees, often favoring damp environments.
