Deceptive earthtongue is a distinctive fungus characterized by its dark, often black earth-tongue-like appearance, rising from soil or leaf litter in wooded environments. It typically has a slender, smooth, club-shaped structure and a preference for damp, temperate regions. Deceptive earthtongue plays a role in forest ecosystems, contributing to the decomposition of organic matter.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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General Info About Deceptive earthtongue
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Attributes of Deceptive earthtongue
Height
2 - 7 cm
Stem
2 - 7 cm, 1 - 2 mm thick, Stipe round, solid at the base; brown to dark-brown
Spore Print Color
Light brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Black
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Mosses
You can find Deceptive earthtongue by these plants:
Pines, Ashes
Occurence Habitats
Mixed Woodland
Species Status
Widespread but uncommon
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Deceptive earthtongue
Deceptive earthtongue prefers mixed hardwood and conifer woods, often found scattered amidst moss or organic forest floor debris.
Scientific Classification of Deceptive earthtongue
