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Hygrocybe caespitosa

A species of Waxcaps

Hygrocybe caespitosa is a vibrant, typically small to medium-sized mushroom known for its vividly colored cap, which can range from yellow to bright orange or red. The cap has a waxy feel and often appears slightly translucent. It's found in grasslands and meadows where it prefers moist habitats. Hygrocybe caespitosa is recognized by its gregarious nature, often found growing in clusters.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 4 cm

Odor:

Slightly earthy, not particularly notable.

General Info About Hygrocybe caespitosa

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Attributes of Hygrocybe caespitosa

Cap Diameter

1 - 4 cm

Height

3 - 6 cm

Cap

Cap 1 - 4 cm across; convex, expanding to broadly convex; yellowish to orangish or yellow-brown; dry; the margin inrolled

Cap Shape

Convex, Depressed

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

Decurrent; distant; whitish, becoming yellowish to yellow from the margin inward

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

Stem 3 - 5 cm long, 3 - 7 mm thick; equal, hollow; dull yellow to orangish yellow; dry, bald, smooth

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Flesh

Whitish to yellowish; not changing on exposure

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Slightly earthy, not particularly notable.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

Orange

Growth Form

Solitary, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Hygrocybe caespitosa by these plants:

Coast redwood

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland

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Habitat of Hygrocybe caespitosa

Hygrocybe caespitosa is typically found in both hardwood and coniferous forests. They may grow solitarily, gregariously, or in clusters among leaf litter.

Distribution Area of Hygrocybe caespitosa

Eastern North America,Caribbean islands,northern Asia

Scientific Classification of Hygrocybe caespitosa

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Waxgills

Genus

Waxcaps

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Hygrocybe caespitosa

Moist, well-drained soil with organic matter.

What are Some Tips for Finding Hygrocybe caespitosa

Search in hardwood and conifer forests, particularly where leaf litter is abundant.
Look for hygrocybe caespitosa growing in groups or clusters, as they often do not grow alone.
Check around fallen logs and in clearings where the ground is moist but not waterlogged.
Inspect the forest floor for brightly colored caps that may indicate the presence of hygrocybe caespitosa.
Gently move aside leaf litter in likely areas to uncover hidden specimens of hygrocybe caespitosa.

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