Western amethyst laccaria
A species of Deceivers, Also known as Amethyst laccaria Scientific name : Laccaria amethysteo-occidentalis Genus : Deceivers
Western amethyst laccaria, A species of Deceivers
Also known as:
Amethyst laccaria
Scientific name: Laccaria amethysteo-occidentalis
Genus: Deceivers
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Description
The western amethyst laccaria is a beautiful species that is a very close cousin of Laccaria amethysteo. Like Laccaria amethysteo, the western amethyst laccaria boasts a cap and stalk that are of lavender or purple. Unlike Laccaria amethysteo, Laccaria amethysteo-occidentalis' range spreads across western North America, and is associated with conifers, rather than hardwoods. The species is considered edible, but not choice.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
White
Purple
Habitat
The western amethyst laccaria appears in coniferous forests. The mushrooms of this symbiotic fungus are always found near the roots of the host tree, with which vital nutrients are being exchanged to sustain both organisms.
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General Info
Edibility
The western amethyst laccaria may be better to look at than it is to eat. Although edible, these mushrooms are quite small and don't have a particularly strong flavor. Their stalks usually have to be discarded, as they're very fibrous. Plus, in polluted areas, western amethyst laccarias can accumulate dangerous levels of arsenic. For all these reasons, western amethyst laccarias are rarely consumed.
Habitat
The western amethyst laccaria appears in coniferous forests. The mushrooms of this symbiotic fungus are always found near the roots of the host tree, with which vital nutrients are being exchanged to sustain both organisms.
Growth Form
Solitary, scattered, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
60 cm
Cap Diameter
1-7 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Not distinctive
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Common
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Similar Species
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Hydnangiaceae Genus
Deceivers Species
Western amethyst laccaria