Cudonia circinans is a distinctive species found in coniferous forests, especially under spruce trees. It typically emerges in late summer to autumn. Recognizable by its small size and irregular, often curled cap, cudonia circinans has a pale, fleshy appearance. This species thrives in moist, cool environments and is a part of the forest's ecosystem, contributing to the decomposition of organic material.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 2 cm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy, not distinctive
In This Article
Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Cudonia circinans
Instantly identify mushrooms with a snap
Snap a photo for instant mushroom ID and risk assessment, gaining quick insights on edible guidelines, toxicity, medical value, habitat, culture, and foraging techniques, etc.
Download the App for Free
Attributes of Cudonia circinans
Cap Diameter
1 - 2 cm
Height
1.5 - 3.5 cm
Cap Shape
Convex
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Ribbed
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Ring
Ringless
Odor
Mildly mushroomy, not distinctive
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Mosses, Dead Woods, Leaf or Needle Litter
You can find Cudonia circinans by these plants:
Spruces, Firs
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
AI mushroom expert in your pocket
Habitat of Cudonia circinans
Cudonia circinans is found in conifer duff, often around spruces, in mossy areas, or on well-rotted wood within forest settings.
Unlock the Secrets of Mushroom Varieties, Edibility, Toxicity, and Safety Tips!
Download the App for Free
Is Cudonia circinans Toxic?
Cudonia circinans is a mushroom with neurotoxic effects. Ingestion often leads to nausea, vomiting, and severe gastrointestinal upset. Neurological effects may also occur, including muscle weakness, dizziness, impaired vision, and possibly seizures. Extreme cases could result in unconsciousness or respiratory failure. Its identification requires extensive mycological knowledge to prevent confusion with non-toxic species.
Toxins type
Gyromitrin
Type of poisoning
Neurotoxic
Toxic Severity
Low to high toxicity
Incubation Period
6-24 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Symptoms typically include nausea, vomiting and severe gastrointestinal upset. More concerning are neurological symptoms such as muscle weakness, dizziness, impaired vision, and potentially, seizures. Extreme cases may result in unconsciousness or even respiratory failure.
Similar Species to Cudonia circinans
Unlocking the Secrets of Identifying Many Types of Mushroom
Master the Art of Distinguishing Mushroom Varieties with Expert Tips.
Download the App for Free
Tips for Finding Cudonia circinans
Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding Mushrooms
Explore the Ins and Outs of Mushroom Hunting: Timing, Optimal Soil Conditions, and More Tips!
Download the App for Free
What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Cudonia circinans
Prefers thick duff or well-rotted wood; not typically soil.
What are Some Tips for Finding Cudonia circinans
Search near the base of conifer trees, especially spruces, for cudonia circinans.
Inspect mossy areas and accumulations of forest debris that create a duff layer.
Look for cudonia circinans amidst well-rotted logs or fallen tree material in forested regions.
Scan for gregarious clusters as cudonia circinans often grows in groups rather than singularly.
How to Clean and Preserve Cudonia circinans
Your Comprehensive Mushroom Preservation Guide
Explore efficient methods for cleaning and preserving mushrooms to ensure their freshness and quality.
Download the App for Free
Common Questions People Also Ask
Get Quick Mushroom Answers with a Snap
Snap a photo for instant mushroom ID and answers on edible guidelines, toxicity, medical value, habitat, culture, and foraging techniques!
Download the App for Free
Get Picture Mushroom now
Try out Picture Mushroom app on your phone and identify thousands of mushrooms for free
Learn more info about mushrooms from our rich and growing database.
Scan QR code to download
Get Picture Mushroom now
Try out Picture Mushroom app on your phone and identify thousands of mushrooms for free
Learn more info about mushrooms from our rich and growing database.
