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Freckled dapperling

Echinoderma asperum

A species of Echinoderma

Freckled dapperling grows on decaying wood most commonly in woodlands but also on mulch or in gardens. Unfortunately, this mushroom may be indistinguishable from other species in the same genus, Echinoderma, without close inspection. However, its pyramid-shaped scales, as referenced by its name, are one aspect that can help differentiate freckled dapperling.

Cap Diameter:

5 - 15 cm

Odor:

Strongly pungent with a gas-like unpleasantness.

General Info About Freckled dapperling

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Attributes of Freckled dapperling

Cap Diameter

5 - 15 cm

Height

2 - 13 cm

Cap

Cap 4 - 10 cm across; convex, flat; orangish brown, pinkish brown; densely covered in brown scales or warts

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

Free; crowded; white, covered by a white to pinkish or orangish partial veil

Gill Attachment

Free

Stem

Stem 4 - 7 cm long, up to about 1 cm thick; equal; whitish to pale brownish; dry, finely hairy

Stem Surfaces

Scaly

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

White; not changing when sliced

Ring

Fairly persistent; white to pinkish or orangish

Ring

With Ring Zone

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Strongly pungent with a gas-like unpleasantness.

Body Color

Brown

White

Orange

Pink

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil

You can find Freckled dapperling by these plants:

Oaks, Pines, Spruces, European beech

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Disturbed Lands

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Freckled dapperling

The freckled dapperling primarily occurs in woodland settings, but it can be encountered in urban spaces such as parklands or gardens. This species grows on the ground and it seems to prefer areas covered in wood chip mulch.

Distribution Area of Freckled dapperling

North America,Europe, Africa,Central America,Asia,New Zealand

Scientific Classification of Freckled dapperling

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Agaricaceae

Genus

Echinoderma

Toxicity and Edibility of Freckled dapperling

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Is Freckled dapperling Toxic?

Freckled dapperling is typically discovered in woodland habitats during autumn. Consuming it can bring on gastrointestinal conditions, including digestive issues, and may also lead to vertigo, vision issues, or circulatory problems. Its distinctive rough cap sets it apart from other varieties, though caution is still imperative as misidentification can be harmful.

Type of poisoning

Gastrointestinal

Toxic Severity

Low to high toxicity

Incubation Period

0.5-6 hours

Poisoning Symptoms

Digestive issues, vertigo, vision complications, blood circulation troubles.

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Tips for Finding Freckled dapperling

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Freckled dapperling

Prefers rich, moist, and well-decomposed organic matter.

What are Some Tips for Finding Freckled dapperling

Look beneath leaf litter in both deciduous forests and landscaped areas like parks.
Search in proximity to decaying wood, especially in well-shaded spots.
Check for freckled dapperling around woodchip mulch used in garden paths or plant beds.
Seek areas with damp soil that's rich in organic matter but not waterlogged.

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