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Mountain moss psilocybe

Deconica montana

A species of Deconica

The mountain moss psilocybe once belonged to the genus Psilocybe, but molecular studies revealed it doesn't contain psilocybin, so the species is moved to the genus Deconica. It belongs to the so-called "little brown mushroom" group and has many inedible or poisonous lookalikes, so it should be avoided.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 2 cm

Odor:

Gently grain-like, reminiscent of flour

General Info About Mountain moss psilocybe

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Attributes of Mountain moss psilocybe

Cap Diameter

1 - 2 cm

Height

1 - 4 cm

Cap

Cap 5 - 15 mm across; convex, flat; brown; moist, glabrous, and has radial striations to the center

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Adnate, broadly adnate, shortly decurrent; cap-colored

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

1.5 - 4 cm long, 1 - 2 mm thick; straight, thin; same color as the cap; smooth, brittle

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Fibrillose

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Purple-brown, dark greyish brown

Odor

Gently grain-like, reminiscent of flour

Body Color

Brown

Red

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil, Mosses

You can find Mountain moss psilocybe by these plants:

Pines, Spruces, Juniper haircap

Species Status

Common

Endangered Species

How to Identify Mountain moss psilocybe

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Habitat of Mountain moss psilocybe

The mountain moss psilocybe is commonly found in montane forests at high elevations. It grows on the ground, primarily in mossy areas where it's usually associated with the mosses of the Polytrichum genus.

Scientific Classification of Mountain moss psilocybe

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Hymenogastraceae

Genus

Deconica

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Mountain moss psilocybe

Moist, well-draining, rich in organic matter.

What are Some Tips for Finding Mountain moss psilocybe

Search in moss-rich areas, especially where the ground is soft and retains moisture.
Focus on higher elevations, as mountain moss psilocybe prefers montane ecosystems.
Look for environments with ample shade and natural debris, as these conditions foster the growth of moss beds where mountain moss psilocybe thrives.
Gently move moss aside in likely habitats to reveal any concealed mountain moss psilocybe.
Be persistent and revisit spots where moss beds are abundant, as mountain moss psilocybe may not be immediately visible.

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