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Milky conecap

Conocybe apala

A species of Conecaps

A delicate little fairy-tale-looking mushroom, the milky conecap shows up in moist woodlands, fields, and lawns. The species' common name refers to its deep and pointed cap, which looks much like a garden gnome's hat. While the species is not known to be toxic, it is too small and delicate to bother with for culinary purposes.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 3 cm

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Milky conecap

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Attributes of Milky conecap

Cap Diameter

1 - 3 cm

Height

3 - 10 cm

Cap

Cap 1.5 - 3 cm across; elongated, deeply conical; white to cream, ocher; surface smooth, or finely wrinkled

Cap Shape

Bell-shaped

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Attached; close, crowded; pale rusty orange

Gill Attachment

Free to Attached

Stem

Stem 7 - 10 cm long, 1 - 2 mm thick; white; fragile; surface smooth

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth to slightly fibrous

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Very thin; fragile; buff to dull pale-brown

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Rust-brown

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

Yellow

White

Cream

Flesh Bruises

The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil, Wood Chips or Mulch

Occurence Habitats

Meadows, Disturbed Lands

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Milky conecap

These mushrooms grow in grassy lawns, meadows, and pastures, and occasionally in woodchip mulch. Milky conecaps appear after rain and wither just as quickly. They feed on detritus like decomposing plant matter and dung.

Distribution Area of Milky conecap

Europe,North Africa

Scientific Classification of Milky conecap

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Bolbitiaceae

Genus

Conecaps

Toxicity and Edibility of Milky conecap

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Is Milky conecap Toxic?

Although the specific toxicity of the milky conecap is still unknown, according to many authorities it is best avoided. Many members of the Conocybe genus are reported to contain phallotoxins which are found in deadly poisonous Amanita species, which puts the milky conecap into the risky category.

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Tips for Finding Milky conecap

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Milky conecap

Prefers moist, fertile soil.

What are Some Tips for Finding Milky conecap

Search grassy areas such as local parks or meadows where the lawn is regularly maintained.
Look for milky conecap after rainfall, as they tend to emerge in such conditions.
Inspect areas around walking paths or other spots where soil may be enriched with nutrients.
Be aware that milky conecap has a short lifespan and might be found for only one to two days at a time.
Since milky conecap may appear on woodchip mulch, check mulched garden beds or landscaped areas as well.