Entoloma hirtipes can be found throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 6 cm
Odor:
Reminiscent of cucumbers or fishy.
In This Article
Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Entoloma hirtipes
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Attributes of Entoloma hirtipes
Cap Diameter
2 - 6 cm
Height
3 - 7 cm
Cap
Cap 5 cm; campanulate conical; grey-brown; slightly striate near the margin
Cap Shape
Bell-shaped, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Ventricose, broad; at first whitish and finally grey
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
Stem 11 cm; fibrillose, twisted, fragile; with short hairs on the top
Flesh
Fibrous; white; unchanging
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Brown
Odor
Reminiscent of cucumbers or fishy.
Body Color
Brown
Gray
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
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Is Entoloma hirtipes Toxic?
Entoloma hirtipes' is a species of mushroom with gastrointestinal as its main toxin, resulting in symptoms such as digestive issues, vertigo, vision complications, and blood circulation troubles upon ingestion. Its distinctive morphological features can be used for identification. However, no consumption should be considered given its potential harmful effects on human health.
