Geoglossum simile is a distinctive species recognized for its dark, tongue-shaped fruiting body that typically grows in damp, grassy environments. It thrives during cooler seasons and is found in various temperate regions worldwide. This fungus plays a role in breaking down dead organic matter, contributing to nutrient cycling in its habitats.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy, not particularly distinctive.
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Similar Species
Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Geoglossum simile
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Attributes of Geoglossum simile
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Ring
Ringless
Odor
Mildly mushroomy, not particularly distinctive.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Mosses
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland
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Habitat of Geoglossum simile
Geoglossum simile thrives in hardwood and conifer forests, often found in mossy areas or on moss-covered logs.
