Mycena erubescens is a unique fungus attributed to the breathtaking transformations it undergoes. Initially, this mushroom appears with a white or pale hue, but as it matures, it seamlessly transitions into a reddish coloration. It's distinguished by its small, bell-shaped cap and slender stem, preferring to grow in groups on decaying wood in forested areas, which contributes to the decomposition process, thereby playing a vital role in the ecosystem.
Cap Diameter:
3 - 15 mm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
In This Article
Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Mycena erubescens
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Attributes of Mycena erubescens
Cap Diameter
3 - 15 mm
Height
1 - 4.5 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 15 mm across; hemispherical, conical, convex; bluish to bluish grey to brown; with translucent-striate
Cap Shape
Bell-shaped, Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Adnexed, shortly decurrent; white to grey-white or pale brown
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
Stem 1 - 4.5 cm long, 0.5 - 1.5 mm thick; equal, terete; greyish brown to brown, bluish; with fibrils
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Reddish brown
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Brown
Gray
Blue
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
