Hypomyces luteovirens is a parasitic powdery fungus that grows on the stem and gills of its host mushroom. It is often found growing on Russula in the mushroom’s natural habitat. Hypomyces luteovirens is identifiable by its yellowish-green color.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Hypomyces luteovirens
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Attributes of Hypomyces luteovirens
Spore Print Color
White
Body Color
Green
Yellow
Growth Form
Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Parasitic
Substrate
On mushrooms
You can find Hypomyces luteovirens by these plants:
Hypomyces luteovirens typically thrives on decaying wood and parasitizes other fungi, like Russula. It favors moist, forested areas with abundant decaying organic matter.
Distribution Area of Hypomyces luteovirens
North America,Europe,Central America,northern Asia
Scientific Classification of Hypomyces luteovirens
