Paxillus ammoniavirescens is part of a group known for their unique gilled undercaps. Typically found in deciduous forests among leaf litter and moss, they play a role in decomposing organic matter. Recognized for their convex caps, which might flatten with age, they have a distinguishing feature of changing color when bruised or cut.
Cap Diameter:
8 - 25 cm
Odor:
Odor weak
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Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Paxillus ammoniavirescens
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Attributes of Paxillus ammoniavirescens
Cap Diameter
8 - 25 cm
Height
3 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 8 - 25 cm across; convex to flat; reddish-copper with olive tint; with scaly
Stem
Stem 5 - 8 cm long, 2 - 4 cm thick; beige-ocher, brown
Flesh
Reddish brown
Spore Print Color
Brown
Odor
Odor weak
Body Color
Brown
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Paxillus ammoniavirescens by these plants:
Oaks, Populus
Species Status
Fairly common
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Habitat of Paxillus ammoniavirescens
Deciduous trees and shrubs
Scientific Classification of Paxillus ammoniavirescens
