Mycena nivicola belongs to a group of small fungi commonly found in forested areas, thriving in the cooler temperatures near snow. They have delicate stem and caps, often displaying a subtle range of colors from grayish to brownish hues. Mycena nivicola typically grow in groups and are known for their bell-shaped caps and the tiny size that is characteristic of their family.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 4 cm
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Mycena nivicola
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Attributes of Mycena nivicola
Cap Diameter
1 - 4 cm
Height
3 - 10 cm
Cap Shape
Convex
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Visible lines or stripes, Slimy or slightly sticky
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
You can find Mycena nivicola by these plants:
Coast live oak, Red pine, Coast redwood
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
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Habitat of Mycena nivicola
Mycena nivicola flourishes in the company of coniferous trees, often found on decomposing wood and forest debris in mountainous terrains.
