The cap of Mycena alcalina ranges from conical to bell shaped and is generally 1–4 cm in diameter. The cap is supported by a thin, hollow stem growing anywhere from 20-65mm long. The cap appears black at first, but fades to a grey-brown colour around the edges, with the stem generally being the same colour as the cap. The flesh of Mycena alcalina ranges from white to translucent and is fragile and thin. This species of mushroom is edible, but it has a mild acrid taste and distinct bleach-like odour, making it unpleasant to eat.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 4 cm
Odor:
Distinct bleach-like smell
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General Info About Stump fairy helmet
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Attributes of Stump fairy helmet
Cap Diameter
1 - 4 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 4 cm in diameter; conical to bell shaped; black to grey-brown
