Slimy scalycap
A species of Scalycaps Scientific name : Pholiota lenta Genus : Scalycaps
Slimy scalycap, A species of Scalycaps
Scientific name: Pholiota lenta
Genus: Scalycaps
Description
Slimy scalycap is an inedible mushroom known for its slimy and sticky cap. The genus name pholiota comes from the Greek word pholios meaning scale, although, unlike its relatives, this mushroom doesn't have any scales. It usually grows on fallen leaves and wood remains.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
Gray
White
Pink
Habitat
Humus debris in mixed woods
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General Info
Habitat
Humus debris in mixed woods
Growth Form
Parasitic
Sporocarp Height
3-14 cm
Cap Diameter
3-8 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Odor slight, radishy; taste mild
Spore Print
Cigar-brown
Species Status
Uncommon
How to identify it?
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Strophariaceae Genus
Scalycaps Species
Slimy scalycap 
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