Fairy inkcap
A species of Coprinellus, Also known as Fairy bonnet, Crumble cap, Little helmets Scientific name : Coprinellus disseminatus Genus : Coprinellus
Fairy inkcap, A species of Coprinellus
Also known as:
Fairy bonnet, Crumble cap, Little helmets
Scientific name: Coprinellus disseminatus
Genus: Coprinellus
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Description
The mushrooms of the fairy inkcap species have a tendency to congregate in large masses over dead tree stumps and decaying roots. They appear all around the world from early spring all the way to the first frosts, but each fruit only lasts a few days before turning black and distributing its spores.
Colors
Brown
Gray
White
Habitat
The fairy inkcap is commonly found in forests or grassy areas, but also in unlikely places such as waste areas or along roadsides. It grows in large clusters on well-decayed wood debris, buried decaying wood, and on stumps and roots.
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Toxicity
Fairy inkcap is toxic, ingestion may lead to a series of symptoms. It's best to stay away from this mushroom.
Habitat
The fairy inkcap is commonly found in forests or grassy areas, but also in unlikely places such as waste areas or along roadsides. It grows in large clusters on well-decayed wood debris, buried decaying wood, and on stumps and roots.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Sporocarp Height
2 inches
Cap Diameter
0.5 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Smell
Not distinctive
Spore Print
Black
Species Status
Widely distributed in North America
Distribution Area
North America,Europe, Africa,Central and South America,Asia,Australia,New Zealand
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Coprinaceae Genus
Coprinellus Species
Fairy inkcap