Morchella brunnea belongs to a family of fungi known for their distinctive appearances. They typically have a spongy, honeycombed top with a stem underneath that varies in color. Morchella brunnea can often be found in forested areas during certain times of the year. Their unique structure makes them stand out in their natural habitats.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 4 cm
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Attributes of Morchella brunnea
Cap Diameter
2 - 4 cm
Height
6 - 12 cm
Cap
Cap 2.5 - 3.5 cm across; conical; dark brown to black, pale tan; surface with pitted and ridged
Cap Shape
Bell-shaped
Cap Surfaces
Velvety, Visible lines or stripes
Stem
Stem 2 - 5 cm long, 1 - 3 cm thick; equal, slightly swollen base; whitish; surface with fine ridges
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Cream
Body Color
Brown
Black
Yellow
White
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal, Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Morchella brunnea
Morchella brunnea are typically found in environments with hardwood trees like oaks and in areas with Pacific madrone. They may also be near conifers.
