Heterotextus miltinus belongs to a family known for their unique jelly-like fungi. It generally exhibits a striking orange color and can be found on decaying wood in humid forests. This mushroom's distinctive appearance, featuring protruding spore-bearing structures, makes it notable in its habitat. Heterotextus miltinus is part of a diverse group that contributes to wood decomposition, playing a vital role in its ecosystem.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 10 cm
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Attributes of Heterotextus miltinus
Cap Diameter
2 - 10 cm
Height
8 - 12 mm
Cap
1 cm across; bell-shaped; pale yellow to bright yellow, ageing or drying to orange-red
Stem
Small stem
Flesh
Very gelatinous; orange-yellow
Spore Print Color
White
Body Color
Yellow
Red
Orange
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Substrate
On wood
Species Status
Widely in worldwide
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Heterotextus miltinus
Rotting logs and twigs in wet forest
Scientific Classification of Heterotextus miltinus
