The fragile dapperling is a tropical and subtropical woodland species. As its name suggests, this mushroom is so tender and fragile that picking it becomes a real challenge. The stem is very thin and it easily snaps. The edibility of the fragile dapperling is unknown, but the mushroom is probably insufficient for any kind of meal.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 5 cm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy, not distinctive.
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Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Fragile dapperling
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Attributes of Fragile dapperling
Cap Diameter
1 - 5 cm
Height
4 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 1.5 - 4.5 cm across; planoconvex, nearly flat; white, yellowish
Cap Shape
Flat, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Free; distant; pale yellow
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 4 - 9 cm long, 1 - 2 mm thick; pale yellow to nearly white; exceedingly fragile
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Yellowish
Ring
Thin, fragile; yellow
Ring
With Ring
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy, not distinctive.
Body Color
Green
Yellow
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
The fragile dapperling can be found in open forests and forest clearings. It feeds on decaying organic material and it commonly grows on forest litter or in wood-rich humus.
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Is Fragile dapperling Toxic?
Fragile dapperling is typically found in warm, moist conditions, primarily during late summer and fall. It can be distinguished by its delicate, fragile structure. Consuming this mushroom may result in health effects such as acute abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, potential dehydration, fatigue, trembling limbs, and excessive sweating. Although toxic, consumption is not suggested.
Type of poisoning
Gastrointestinal
Toxic Severity
Low toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-6 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Characterized by acute abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Dehydration due to excessive fluid loss may also transpire. Concurrently, potential symptoms of fatigue, trembling limbs, and excessive sweating may be observed.
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Tips for Finding Fragile dapperling
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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Fragile dapperling
Rich humus, well-decomposed organic material.
What are Some Tips for Finding Fragile dapperling
Look for fragile dapperling individually or in small groups rather than large clusters.
Focus on areas with abundant humus, such as well-decomposed leaf litter.
Gently examine the humus layer without disturbing the ecosystem.
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