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Coprinopsis martinii

A species of Coprinopsis

Coprinopsis martinii belongs to a group of mushrooms that typically appear in clusters on wood or woody debris. This species is known for its distinctive feature of having caps that dissolve into a black inky substance as they mature. The gills of coprinopsis martinii are closely spaced and change from white to black as they age, aiding in spore dispersal.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 3 cm

Odor:

Subtle, nondescript fungal scent.

General Info About Coprinopsis martinii

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Attributes of Coprinopsis martinii

Cap Diameter

1 - 3 cm

Height

4 - 8 cm

Cap Shape

Convex, Bell-shaped

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly, Visible lines or stripes

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Ring

Ringless

Odor

Subtle, nondescript fungal scent.

Growth Form

Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Leaf or Needle Litter, On soil

You can find Coprinopsis martinii by these plants:

True sedges, Lesser pond sedge, Eastern marsh fern

Occurence Habitats

Meadows

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Habitat of Coprinopsis martinii

Coprinopsis martinii thrives in damp, litter-rich grasslands and areas with decaying organic matter, especially among rushes and sedges.

Scientific Classification of Coprinopsis martinii

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Coprinaceae

Genus

Coprinopsis

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Tips for Finding Coprinopsis martinii

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Coprinopsis martinii

Favors moist, nutrient-rich soils with organic debris.

What are Some Tips for Finding Coprinopsis martinii

Target small, grassy clearings that are rich in dead leaves and decaying matter.
Look for damp environments where rushes and sedges are prevalent.
Search after periods of rain when the ground is still moist and damp.
Inspect areas with visible decomposition of plant material, particularly from the Juncaceae and Cyperaceae families.

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