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Orange mycena
A species of Bonnets Scientific name : Mycena leaiana Genus : Bonnets
Orange mycena, A species of Bonnets
Scientific name: Mycena leaiana
Genus: Bonnets
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Description
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The orange mycena is a bold little mushroom that is often found growing in large clusters on dead hardwoods. The species can be found in moist forests across eastern North America. Some of its orange-red pigment may rub off and stain skin upon handling, so this mushroom is best left alone.
Colors
Green
Yellow
White
Orange
Habitat
The orange mycena commonly grows in woods. It is associated with the decaying wood of numerous hardwood species, particularly beech. It grows in dense clusters.
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General Info
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Habitat
The orange mycena commonly grows in woods. It is associated with the decaying wood of numerous hardwood species, particularly beech. It grows in dense clusters.
Growth Form
Saprobic; clustered
Sporocarp Height
3 inches
Cap Diameter
1.5 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Mild or slightly mealy
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Widely distributed
Distribution Area
North America,Australia,New Zealand
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How to identify it?
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Bonnet mushrooms Genus
Bonnets Species
Orange mycena