White saddle
A species of Elfin saddles, Also known as Fluted white Helvella, Elfin saddle Scientific name : Helvella crispa Genus : Elfin saddles
White saddle, A species of Elfin saddles
Also known as:
Fluted white Helvella, Elfin saddle
Scientific name: Helvella crispa
Genus: Elfin saddles
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Description
The white saddle (Helvella crispa) is a highly distinctive species that can be found growing in the temperate woodlands of Europe and eastern North America. Sporting a fluted stalk that vaguely resembles a buttressed cedar trunk, as well as an irregular cap that may be brain-like or lumpy inn appearance, it'd be hard to mistake the white saddle for another species. Given conflicting reports about its edibility, it's better to visually admire - rather than eat - this strange mushroom.
Colors
Yellow
Cream
Habitat
The white saddle is a woodland mushroom, often found near paths and trails. It commonly grows on the ground beneath its host tree, but occasionally appears on moss-covered rotting wood.
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General Info
Toxicity
Consuming any white saddle mushrooms can have several undesirable consequences, including upset stomach and nausea. Naturally occurring chemicals in the white saddle have also been documented as carcinogenic, making it even more dangerous.
Habitat
The white saddle is a woodland mushroom, often found near paths and trails. It commonly grows on the ground beneath its host tree, but occasionally appears on moss-covered rotting wood.
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal; solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
6 inches
Cap Diameter
2 inches
Endangered Species
No
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Pleasant
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Widely distributed in North America
Distribution Area
North America,Europe,North Africa,Central America,Asia,New Zealand
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Similar Species
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Pezizomycetes Order
Pezizales Family
Ascomycete fungi Genus
Elfin saddles Species
White saddle