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Fibrous waxcap

Hygrocybe intermedia

A species of Waxcaps

Fibrous waxcap is characterized by its striking appearance, with a brightly colored, often orange-yellow cap and a slender, similarly colored stem. This small to medium-sized mushroom typically grows in grassy areas, favoring moist environments. Fibrous waxcap appears in the warmer months and is notable for the fibrous texture of its cap, which can look slightly translucent when wet. This species contributes to ecosystem health by decomposing organic matter.

Cap Diameter:

3 - 10 cm

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive

General Info About Fibrous waxcap

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Attributes of Fibrous waxcap

Cap Diameter

3 - 10 cm

Height

3 - 9 cm

Cap

conical,becoming umbonate to flat and often splitting.The cap surface is finely fibrous,dry,bright orange to orange-red

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

The gills are yellow,flushed orange

Gill Attachment

Free to Attached

Stem

The stem is finely fibrous and cap-colored,becoming yellow to whitish at the base.The stem base often bruises grayish

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Fibrillose

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.

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil

You can find Fibrous waxcap by these plants:

Occurence Habitats

Meadows

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Habitat of Fibrous waxcap

Hygrocybe intermedia typically favors open, sunny areas within moist grasslands, often found in meadows, pastures, and lawns.

Distribution Area of Fibrous waxcap

Europe

Scientific Classification of Fibrous waxcap

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Waxgills

Genus

Waxcaps

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Tips for Finding Fibrous waxcap

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Fibrous waxcap

Prefers alkaline to mildly acidic, well-drained soils.

What are Some Tips for Finding Fibrous waxcap

Explore open areas with good sunlight exposure, such as open meadows and pastures.
Look for well-drained areas where the soil retains moisture without being waterlogged.
Check for fibrous waxcap in parks or gardens, especially on mowed lawns.
Inspect areas where soil is neither too compacted nor overly rich in organic matter.