Limacella delicata belongs to the Amanitaceae family, noted for its slimy cap when wet. It typically has a pale color, with gills underneath that are free from the stem. The stem often appears smooth, supporting the cap without a ring. Known for its small to medium stature, limacella delicata is found in various habitats, including woods and grassy areas.
Cap Diameter:
2.5 - 8 cm
Odor:
Mildly earthy with a hint of cucumber.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Limacella delicata
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Attributes of Limacella delicata
Cap Diameter
2.5 - 8 cm
Height
3 - 9 cm
Cap
Cap 2.5 - 8 cm; convex, flat; dark cinnamon to reddish brown, fading to pinkish tan; slimy when fresh and young, often dry, fairly smooth, or finely granular
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky, Smooth
Gills
Free; close; whitish at first, becoming pinkish
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 4 - 12 cm long, 5 - 10 mm thick; equal; shaggy with reddish brown
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Whitish, tinged pink
Ring
Ephemeral ring zone
Ring
With Ring Zone
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly earthy with a hint of cucumber.
Body Color
Brown
Red
Bronze
White
Pink
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
