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Olive duster
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Olive duster
Olive duster
Olive duster

Olive duster

Coniophora olivacea

A species of Coniophora

Olive duster is a type of fungus that thrives in damp environments, often found on decaying wood. Characterized by its olive-brown coloration and a texture that ranges from soft to leathery. Olive duster plays a vital role in ecosystems by breaking down dead organic matter, contributing to nutrient cycling.

Odor
Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive

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Attributes of Olive duster
Spore Print Color
Brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Body Color
Brown
Green
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Common
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Olive duster
Olive duster is often found on decayed hardwood and coniferous wood rather than soil.
Scientific Classification of Olive duster
Phylum
Club fungi
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Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
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Order
Boletes and allies
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Family
Coniophoraceae
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Genus
Coniophora
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What are Some Tips for Finding Olive duster
  • Search for olive duster on decaying logs or stumps of both hardwoods and conifers.
  • Examine areas with a high density of fallen trees and accumulated wooden debris.
  • Focus on the underside of wood pieces, as olive duster may grow in less visible areas.
  • Gently remove any leaf litter or forest debris that could be concealing olive duster.
  • Visit locations with a history of wood rot, where these mushrooms often thrive.
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