Green-staining coral mushroom is a distinctive fungus recognized by its branching form resembling marine coral. It displays a remarkable ability to stain green when bruised or aged, adding to its unique identification markers. Green-staining coral mushroom is typically found in coniferous forest environments, often on the ground near decaying wood or forest litter. Its appearance varies with its habitat, adapting to the forest ecosystem.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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General Info About Green-staining coral mushroom
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Attributes of Green-staining coral mushroom
Height
1 - 3 cm
Stem
2 - 5 cm tall; medium yellow green to light olive, will bruise a darker olive green to dark olive green
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Flesh
Tough; white, yellowish, becoming green with age or when bruised
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Dark orange-yellow
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Green
Yellow
Flesh Bruises
Discolor to green
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Leaf or Needle Litter
You can find Green-staining coral mushroom by these plants:
Spruces, Firs, Norway spruce
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Infrequent
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Green-staining coral mushroom
Green-staining coral mushroom typically thrives in duff under dense coniferous trees, such as Monterey cypress and redwoods, favoring acidic environments.
Scientific Classification of Green-staining coral mushroom
