Gymnopus spongiosus belongs to a family known for mushrooms with gills beneath their caps. It has a characteristic, often centrally placed stem supporting its cap. Gymnopus spongiosus thrives in environments that are moist and is commonly found in leaf litter of forests. This species is a part of the complex web of forest ecology, contributing to decomposition and nutrient cycling.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 4 cm
Odor:
Mild, indistinct mushroom-like aroma.
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General Info About Gymnopus spongiosus
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Attributes of Gymnopus spongiosus
Cap Diameter
1 - 4 cm
Height
2 - 7 cm
Cap Shape
Convex, Central Bump, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Slimy or slightly sticky
Gill Attachment
Free to Attached
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Stem Surfaces
Fibrillose
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mild, indistinct mushroom-like aroma.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood, Leaf or Needle Litter
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland
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Habitat of Gymnopus spongiosus
Gymnopus spongiosus is found in forest litter, under both hardwoods and conifers, thriving in areas with organic debris.
