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Straight-stalked Entoloma

Entoloma strictius

A species of Pinkgills

Straight-stalked Entoloma prefers to grow in the wet areas of forests, often in rotting logs or deep leaf litter. While the often twisted stem of this mushroom is somewhat distinctive, it may only be distinguishable from other Entoloma under a microscope.

Cap Diameter:

3 - 9 cm

Odor:

Mildly sweet or unpleasantly sour.

General Info About Straight-stalked Entoloma

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Attributes of Straight-stalked Entoloma

Cap Diameter

3 - 9 cm

Height

5 - 11 cm

Cap

Cap 2.5 - 5 cm across; conical to bell-shaped to convex or flat; grayish-brown; surface smooth; margin lined

Cap Shape

Bell-shaped, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Arrowly attached; close, nearly distant; whitish, pinkish, brownish

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

Stem 5 - 10 cm long, 4 - 10 mm thick; slightly enlarged toward the base; grayish-brown

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Flesh

Thin; fragile; whitish to brownish

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Pink

Odor

Mildly sweet or unpleasantly sour.

Body Color

Brown

Gray

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

How to Identify Straight-stalked Entoloma

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Habitat of Straight-stalked Entoloma

The straight-stalked Entoloma is a woodland mushroom that prefers wet sites. It commonly grows in forests populated with beech and oak. It's a saprobic species that feeds on decomposing organic material therefore it can be seen growing on the ground, in humus, or on well-rotted wood.

Scientific Classification of Straight-stalked Entoloma

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Entolomataceae

Genus

Pinkgills

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Tips for Finding Straight-stalked Entoloma

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Straight-stalked Entoloma

Prefers rich, moist soil with good organic content.

What are Some Tips for Finding Straight-stalked Entoloma

Search under or near oak, beech, or hardwood trees where straight-stalked Entoloma often grows.
Look for straight-stalked Entoloma in small groups or as solitary specimens on nutrient-rich forest floors.
Pay attention to areas where the ground is moist and laden with decaying wood or leaf litter.
Plan outings during cooler parts of the day, as mushrooms tend to thrive in less harsh conditions.

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