Hemimycena cucullata is a small, delicate mushroom characterized by a bell-shaped cap often covering the stem, resembling a tiny hood. It grows in clusters on decaying plant matter in forests, appearing mainly during the warmer months. Their translucent and fragile nature adds to the forest's understory's diversity.
Cap Diameter:
0 - 20 mm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Hemimycena cucullata
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Attributes of Hemimycena cucullata
Cap Diameter
0 - 20 mm
Height
1 - 6 cm
Cap Shape
Bell-shaped, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Visible lines or stripes
Gill Attachment
Decurrent
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
You can find Hemimycena cucullata by these plants:
