Mealy tooth typically grows in coniferous forests, favoring the company of pine trees. Recognizable by its distinctive spiny underside, which aids in spore dispersion, mealy tooth has a fruiting body that exhibits earthy hues, often with a rusty tinge. This mushroom thrives in cooler climates and can frequently be spotted from late summer to fall, contributing to forest ecosystems by decomposing organic matter.
Cap Diameter:
3 - 10 cm
Odor:
Mild, slightly sweet, and earthy scent.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Mealy tooth
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Attributes of Mealy tooth
Cap Diameter
3 - 10 cm
Height
1 - 6 cm
Cap
Cap 3 - 10 cm across; convex to flat; whitish to pink
Stem
Stem 1 - 6 cm long, 1 - 3 cm thick; whitish to pink
