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Saffrondrop bonnet

Mycena crocata

A species of Bonnets

Saffrondrop bonnet (Mycena crocata) is a slender mushroom that grows close to beech trees. Both its specific Latin name crocata, which means saffron-yellow, and its common name Saffrondrop bonnet refer to saffron-colored marks on the caps and gills of this mushroom. This plant has a characteristic odor reminiscent of bleach (ammonia).

Cap Diameter:

1 - 3 cm

Odor:

Faint, reminiscent of bleach or ammonia.

General Info About Saffrondrop bonnet

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Attributes of Saffrondrop bonnet

Cap Diameter

1 - 3 cm

Height

5 - 10 cm

Cap

Cap 5 - 25 mm across; conical, convex to umbonate; pale orange-brown, gray to whitish; surface smooth

Cap Shape

Bell-shaped, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Adnate, decurrent; broad; white

Gill Attachment

Decurrent

Stem

Stem 5 - 8 cm long, 1 - 2 mm thick; yellow to orange; surface smooth

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth to slightly fibrous

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Thin; fragile; whitish

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Faint, reminiscent of bleach or ammonia.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

Red

Gray

White

Orange

Flesh Bruises

Discolor to pink or red

Flesh exude liquid when injured

Yes

Growth Form

Gregarious, Clustered

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Dead Woods

You can find Saffrondrop bonnet by these plants:

American beech, European beech, Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland

Species Status

Widespread

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Saffrondrop bonnet

Saffrondrop bonnet are commonly found in damp, shaded deciduous woodlands with an abundance of fallen leaves and wood debris.

Distribution Area of Saffrondrop bonnet

Europe,northern Asia

Scientific Classification of Saffrondrop bonnet

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Bonnet mushrooms

Genus

Bonnets

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Tips for Finding Saffrondrop bonnet

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Saffrondrop bonnet

Rich, moist, well-decomposed organic matter.

What are Some Tips for Finding Saffrondrop bonnet

Search in areas with decaying wood, particularly under beech trees, as saffrondrop bonnet often grows near such material.
Inspect damp forest grounds where natural leaf litter accumulates, as saffrondrop bonnet thrives in these conditions.
Look around stumps and fallen branches in the shaded parts of the woodland; saffrondrop bonnet might be hiding among the debris.
Target areas that are moist and have a dense canopy cover, as these environments promote the growth of saffrondrop bonnet.
Gently move aside leaf litter and decayed wood pieces when exploring, as saffrondrop bonnet could be growing underneath.