Home > Leratiomyces squamosus

Leratiomyces squamosus

A species of Leratiomyces

Leratiomyces squamosus is part of a family of fungi known for their interesting shapes and colors. Typically found growing in wood chips or fertile soil, leratiomyces squamosus has a cap with distinctive scales and a color that can change with maturity. The gills underneath the cap are spaced and produce spores that contribute to its reproduction. This species has a preference for temperate regions and is often found in clusters.

Cap Diameter:

2 - 6 cm

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Leratiomyces squamosus

Instantly identify mushrooms with a snap

Snap a photo for instant mushroom ID and risk assessment, gaining quick insights on edible guidelines, toxicity, medical value, habitat, culture, and foraging techniques, etc.

Download the App for Free

Attributes of Leratiomyces squamosus

Cap Diameter

2 - 6 cm

Height

6 - 11 cm

Cap

Cap 2 - 6 cm across; convex to flat; yellow-orange to red-brown; surface smooth; margin with veil remnants

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

Adnate; fairly crowded; pale grayish to gray-brown

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

Stem 6 - 11 cm long, 4 - 9 mm thick; whitish, orange-brown; with scales

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Scaly

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Very thin; whitish

Ring

Top of the stem; flaring; white to purplish-brown

Ring

With Ring

Spore Print Color

Purple-brown

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

White

Orange

Flesh Bruises

The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Wood Chips or Mulch, Leaf or Needle Litter

You can find Leratiomyces squamosus by these plants:

European beech, Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Meadows

Species Status

Very common

Endangered Species

How to Identify Leratiomyces squamosus

Fruiting Body Cap Gills

AI mushroom expert in your pocket

Habitat of Leratiomyces squamosus

Leratiomyces squamosus thrives in environments with hardwood mulch, damp grassy patches, mossy terrains, and areas under deciduous tree canopy with abundant leaf litter.

Distribution Area of Leratiomyces squamosus

North America,Europe

Scientific Classification of Leratiomyces squamosus

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Strophariaceae

Genus

Leratiomyces

Toxicity and Edibility of Leratiomyces squamosus

Mastering Mushroom Toxicity and Edibility

Unlock the Secrets of Mushroom Varieties, Edibility, Toxicity, and Safety Tips!

Download the App for Free

Is Leratiomyces squamosus Toxic?

Leratiomyces squamosus is frequently found in damp, woodlands from autumn to early winter. Its toxicity, presenting as gastrointestinal upset, marks it as one to avoid. The mushroom has a distinctive scaly, squamulose cap, setting it apart from non-toxic varieties. Ingesting it can result in minor digestive distress.

Type of poisoning

Gastrointestinal

Toxic Severity

Low toxicity

Incubation Period

0.5-4 hours

Poisoning Symptoms

Experience of minor digestive upset in the stomach and intestines.

Similar Species to Leratiomyces squamosus

Unlocking the Secrets of Identifying Many Types of Mushroom

Master the Art of Distinguishing Mushroom Varieties with Expert Tips.

Download the App for Free

Tips for Finding Leratiomyces squamosus

Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding Mushrooms

Explore the Ins and Outs of Mushroom Hunting: Timing, Optimal Soil Conditions, and More Tips!

Download the App for Free

What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Leratiomyces squamosus

Prefers alkaline soil conditions.

What are Some Tips for Finding Leratiomyces squamosus

Inspect areas with hardwood mulch, as leratiomyces squamosus often emerges there.
Search in mossy or grassy locations, especially where there is considerable shade and moisture.
Check under the canopy of deciduous trees for places where twigs and leaves have formed natural debris layers.
Look for areas where the soil seems to be more alkaline – leratiomyces squamosus favors such conditions.

How to Clean and Preserve Leratiomyces squamosus

Your Comprehensive Mushroom Preservation Guide

Explore efficient methods for cleaning and preserving mushrooms to ensure their freshness and quality.

Download the App for Free

Common Questions People Also Ask

Get Quick Mushroom Answers with a Snap

Snap a photo for instant mushroom ID and answers on edible guidelines, toxicity, medical value, habitat, culture, and foraging techniques!

Download the App for Free

More Mushrooms That Are Similar to Leratiomyces squamosus

Redlead roundhead

Leratiomyces ceres