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Fluted brown elfin saddle

Helvella maculata

A species of Elfin saddles

Fluted brown elfin saddle belongs to a group of fungi known for their distinctive appearance. It features a cap with irregular lobes and a wavy, often wrinkled look. The striking element is its unique surface, characterized by a mix of colors and uneven textures, which resemble a saddle. This species typically grows in forested areas, forming symbiotic relationships with certain trees.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 6 cm

Odor:

Mildly earthy, generally inoffensive scent

General Info About Fluted brown elfin saddle

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Attributes of Fluted brown elfin saddle

Cap Diameter

1 - 6 cm

Height

3 - 15 cm

Cap

Cap 1 - 6 cm across; saddle-shaped, irregularly lobed; brown, whitish, dull yellow; strongly inrolled, slightly wavy, wrinkled

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Stem

Stem 2 - 12 cm long, 3 cm thick; whitish, brownish; with ribbed, cross-veins and pockets

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Ribbed

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Thin; brittle

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Hyaline to brownish

Odor

Mildly earthy, generally inoffensive scent

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal, Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil, Leaf or Needle Litter

You can find Fluted brown elfin saddle by these plants:

Common douglas-fir

Occurence Habitats

Coniferous Woodland, Mixed Woodland

Species Status

Not uncommon

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Fluted brown elfin saddle

Fluted brown elfin saddle typically associates with coniferous forest habitats, often found under spruce and Douglas-fir trees, growing on ground or in duff layers.

Scientific Classification of Fluted brown elfin saddle

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Fluted brown elfin saddle

Moist, well-drained, rich in organic material.

What are Some Tips for Finding Fluted brown elfin saddle

Search around the base of conifer trees, particularly spruces and Douglas-firs, looking at both ground level and the surrounding duff.
Check areas with moist and well-drained soil, ensuring a rich organic content, which fluted brown elfin saddle prefers.
Look for solitary or small groups of fluted brown elfin saddle, as they often grow gregariously but can also be found individually.
While exploring forest floors, be aware of the surrounding vegetation to identify typical coniferous environments where fluted brown elfin saddle may grow.
Gently move aside forest litter and duff to reveal fluted brown elfin saddle that might be growing underneath.

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