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Galerina semilanceata

A species of Galerina

Galerina semilanceata grows in moss and is found most commonly in California. It has a long, thin stem topped with a light tawny cap that withstands age, not darkening like other mushrooms.

Cap Diameter:

7 - 20 mm

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Galerina semilanceata

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Attributes of Galerina semilanceata

Cap Diameter

7 - 20 mm

Height

3 - 7 cm

Cap

Cap 7 - 20 mm broad; obtusely conical; yellow to cinnamon-buff; surface moist to dry, glabrous

Gills

Adnexed to adnate; subdistant; yellowish white to pale orangish brown

Stem

30-70 x 1.5-2.5 mm; cylindrical, hollow; pale yellowish tan; dry

Flesh

1 mm thick; buff

Spore Print Color

Pale rusty brown

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

Bronze

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Mosses

Species Status

Common

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Galerina semilanceata

The galerina semilanceata can be found in coniferous or mixed forests. The species is saprobic - it feeds on dead or decaying organic matter and can be found - growing in moss and woody debris.

Scientific Classification of Galerina semilanceata

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Hymenogastraceae

Genus

Galerina

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Galerina semilanceata

Well-drained, nutrient-rich substrates associated with moss.

What are Some Tips for Finding Galerina semilanceata

Search in patches of moss, as galerina semilanceata tend to grow in these areas.
Inspect moist and shady environments that provide the conditions for moss to thrive.
Examine areas where the ground is covered with organic debris, as these may support galerina semilanceata growth.
Visit the habitat repeatedly, as galerina semilanceata may not be present at all times but emerge in favorable conditions.

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