Helvella phlebophora is known for its distinctive appearance, featuring a wrinkled or ribbed cap, often resembling veins. This species usually appears in the fall, thriving in mixed woodland areas. They often grow solitarily or in small groups on the ground, preferring moist soil enriched with organic matter.
Cap Diameter:
3 - 22 mm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Helvella phlebophora
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Attributes of Helvella phlebophora
Cap Diameter
3 - 22 mm
Height
5 - 30 mm
Cap
Cap 3 - 22 mm across; convex; dark brownish, whitish to greyish white; surface smooth
Stem
Stem 5 - 30 mm long, 2 - 8 mm thick; whitish to light grey; with deep longitudinal furrows
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Dirty white to gray-yellow
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Brown
Black
Gray
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered
You can find Helvella phlebophora by these plants:
Species Status
Extremely rare
Endangered Species
Yes
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Habitat of Helvella phlebophora
Deciduous forests, wayside on moss-covered earth, shady waysides, plant remains
