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Field bird's-nest

Cyathus olla

A species of Cyathus

The field bird's-nest forms spore-bearing structures that are called peridioles. These reproductive structures resemble eggs, especially because they're nested in a cup-shaped fruit body, just like eggs in a bird's nest, hence its common English name of Field bird's-nest.

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Field bird's-nest

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Attributes of Field bird's-nest

Height

1.5 - 2.5 cm

Cap

Silvery gray; surface smooth

Stem Shapes

Tapering

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

Brown

Gray

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Dead Woods, On soil, On animal dung

You can find Field bird's-nest by these plants:

Field wormwood

Occurence Habitats

Disturbed Lands

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

How to Identify Field bird's-nest

Fruiting Body Nest Eggs

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Habitat of Field bird's-nest

Field bird's-nest tends to grow in densely packed clusters or scattered groupings, often on woody debris like fallen twigs, rotting wood, and plant stems in various environments.

Distribution Area of Field bird's-nest

North America,Europe,Africa,Central and South America,Asia,Australia,New Zealand

Scientific Classification of Field bird's-nest

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Agaricaceae

Genus

Cyathus

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Tips for Finding Field bird's-nest

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Field bird's-nest

Rich in organic material, frequently manured or decaying vegetation.

What are Some Tips for Finding Field bird's-nest

Look for field bird's-nest in areas with abundant organic debris, such as forests with fallen branches and decaying logs.
Inspect dead plant material closely, including corn husks and marram grass stems, as field bird's-nest often resides in such substrates.
Search for field bird's-nest in environments such as shrubby areas or fields post-harvest, where decaying organic matter is present.
Explore near horse trails or stables where manured soil may provide a fruitful growing ground for field bird's-nest.
Use a gentle touch to sift through decaying vegetation, as field bird's-nest can be delicate and easily overlooked.