Mycena zephirus is a fascinating mushroom that, along with more than 100 other mushroom species, has the ability to grow in the dark. Thanks to chemical reactions, it emits greenish light. Mycena zephirus can be found in various habitats, but it prefers coniferous forests.
Cap Diameter:
0 - 50 mm
Odor:
Mild radish hint, not distinct.
In This Article
Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Mycena zephirus
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Attributes of Mycena zephirus
Cap Diameter
0 - 50 mm
Height
4 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 2 - 5 cm across; parabolical to broadly conical to plane; whitish to beige to grey-brown; with translucent-striate
Cap Shape
Convex, Bell-shaped
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly, Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Adnexed, decurrent; white, very pale grey; display brown spots when stained
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
Stem 3 - 7 cm long, 2 - 5 mm thick; cylindrical; greyish brown to whitish to silvery grey; with fibrils
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Very fine; fragile
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mild radish hint, not distinct.
Body Color
Brown
Gray
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
