Leratiomyces riparius is found typically on wood debris near riverbanks, thriving mostly in wet, moist environments. This species forms fruiting bodies that are visually distinct with dark caps and lighter gills underneath. It prefers temperate climates and often appears grouped together in clusters, especially in the presence of decaying wood.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 6 cm
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Leratiomyces riparius
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Attributes of Leratiomyces riparius
Cap Diameter
2 - 6 cm
Height
5 - 13 cm
Cap Shape
Convex, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Fibrillose-scaly
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem Shapes
Tapering
Stem Surfaces
Fibrillose
Ring
With Ring
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Wood Chips or Mulch
You can find Leratiomyces riparius by these plants:
European beech, Oaks
Occurence Habitats
Meadows, Disturbed Lands
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Habitat of Leratiomyces riparius
Leratiomyces riparius thrive in grassy areas, roadsides, trails, and locations with wood chips, away from dense forest canopies.
Scientific Classification of Leratiomyces riparius
