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Felt saddle fungus

Helvella macropus

A species of Elfin saddles, Also known as Felt saddle

Felt saddle fungus is a unique fungus recognized by its saddle-shaped cap, which is typically a grayish-brown color. It grows solitary or scattered on the ground in deciduous and mixed woods. Felt saddle fungus prefers damp soil and is found during late summer to fall. Its stem is usually long and slender, and the overall appearance is distinct and memorable among enthusiasts.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 6 cm

Odor:

Faintly pleasant, indistinct mushroom aroma.

General Info About Felt saddle fungus

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Attributes of Felt saddle fungus

Cap Diameter

1 - 6 cm

Height

3 - 9 cm

Cap

Cap 1 - 6 cm across; cup-shaped, occasionally nearly flat; grayish brown; upper surface bald, undersurface finely to prominently pustulate-hairy

Cap Shape

Bell-shaped, Flat, Depressed

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Stem

Stem 1 - 7 cm long, 1 - 5 mm thick; equal, sometimes with clefts near the base; medium brown, whitish near the base; finely hairy or nearly bald with age

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth to slightly fibrous

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Insubstantial

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Faintly pleasant, indistinct mushroom aroma.

Body Color

Brown

Gray

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal, Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil, Mosses, Dead Woods

You can find Felt saddle fungus by these plants:

Spruces

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland, Mixed Woodland

Species Status

Widely distributed in North America

Endangered Species

How to Identify Felt saddle fungus

Fruiting Body Cap Undersurface

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Habitat of Felt saddle fungus

Felt saddle fungus thrives in mixed woodlands, predominantly around hardwoods like oaks and occasionally conifers. Often amidst moss or on decaying wood.

Distribution Area of Felt saddle fungus

North America,Europe,Central America,Asia

Scientific Classification of Felt saddle fungus

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Tips for Finding Felt saddle fungus

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What are Some Tips for Finding Felt saddle fungus

Search around hardwood trees, particularly oaks, where felt saddle fungus are more frequently found.
Inspect areas with moss or decomposing logs, as these can be common grounds for felt saddle fungus.
Look for felt saddle fungus in small groups rather than individually to increase the chance of discovery.
Gently move aside leaf litter and moss to uncover potential felt saddle fungus that may be hidden underneath.
Be patient and thorough in your search, as felt saddle fungus can blend in with their surroundings.