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Cortinarius balteatocumatilis

A species of Cortinar

Cortinarius balteatocumatilis is typically found in woodland settings. This mushroom is often confused with Cortinarius balteatus. However, these two mushrooms differ in their scent; Cortinarius balteatocumatilis is reported to emit a pleasant smell "like overripe pears."

Cap Diameter:

3 - 13 cm

Odor:

Mild dustiness with earthy undertones.

General Info About Cortinarius balteatocumatilis

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Attributes of Cortinarius balteatocumatilis

Cap Diameter

3 - 13 cm

Height

4 - 16 cm

Cap

Cap 10 cm across; hemispherical to convex; winey brown to brown

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Slimy or slightly sticky

Gills

Close; whitish to ocher

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

Stem 7 cm long, 3 cm thick; white; with veil

Stem Shapes

Bulbous

Flesh

Firm; white

Ring

With Ring Zone

Spore Print Color

Brown

Odor

Mild dustiness with earthy undertones.

Body Color

Brown

White

Purple

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Cortinarius balteatocumatilis by these plants:

Spruces, Pines

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Cortinarius balteatocumatilis

Land

Scientific Classification of Cortinarius balteatocumatilis

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Cortinariaceae

Genus

Cortinar

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