Melastiza chateri is a distinctive fungus found mainly in temperate regions. It thrives on decaying wood and plant material in damp environments, often noticeable after rain. This fungus is recognized for its vibrant orange to red fruiting bodies that are small and cup-shaped, which pattern tightly grouped colonies.
Cap Diameter:
5 - 15 mm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Melastiza chateri
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Attributes of Melastiza chateri
Cap Diameter
5 - 15 mm
Cap
Cap up to 1.5 cm in diameter; exceptionally larger, cup-shaped then expanding; orange-red; smooth
Stem
None
Flesh
Brittle; reddish
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Red
Orange
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
