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Golden-edge bonnet

Mycena aurantiomarginata

A species of Bonnets

Golden-edge bonnet typically has a bell-shaped cap that can be quite delicate, with a distinctive golden or yellowish edge. They're often found in small groups on decaying wood in forests, particularly on fallen branches and twigs. These mushrooms contribute to the ecosystem by helping to break down dead organic matter.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 3 cm

Odor:

Mildly earthy, non-specific aroma.

General Info About Golden-edge bonnet

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Attributes of Golden-edge bonnet

Cap Diameter

1 - 3 cm

Height

3 - 8 cm

Cap

Cap diameters of 8 - 20 mm; conic to bell-shaped, flat; dark brownish-gray to yellowish-olive in the center, margin orangish

Cap Shape

Bell-shaped, Convex, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Adnate, decurrent; pallid to grayish-olive with bright orange edges

Gill Attachment

Notched

Stem

3 - 6 cm long by 1 - 2 mm thick; cylindrical, hollow; brownish to grayish-olive

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Thin, about 1 mm thick in the center of the cap; flexible; whitish to watery-brown

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Mildly earthy, non-specific aroma.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

Gray

Orange

Flesh Bruises

Discolor to pink or red

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Leaf or Needle Litter

You can find Golden-edge bonnet by these plants:

Spruces, Firs, Norway spruce

Occurence Habitats

Coniferous Woodland

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Golden-edge bonnet

Golden-edge bonnet can be typically found in areas of coniferous forest debris, amongst the fallen needles and decaying plant matter.

Scientific Classification of Golden-edge bonnet

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Bonnet mushrooms

Genus

Bonnets

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Tips for Finding Golden-edge bonnet

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Golden-edge bonnet

Rich, well-decomposed organic material, often acidic.

What are Some Tips for Finding Golden-edge bonnet

Search at the base of conifers where needles and cones accumulate.
Inspect areas with substantial decomposed plant debris.
Gently move aside conifer duff to reveal hidden specimens.
Look for their distinctive orange-edged caps as a visual clue.

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