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Pholiota marginella
A species of Scalycaps Scientific name : Pholiota marginella Genus : Scalycaps
Pholiota marginella, A species of Scalycaps
Scientific name: Pholiota marginella
Genus: Scalycaps
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Pholiota marginella is a woodland mushroom that is commonly found on dead conifer wood and woody debris. Pholiota marginella is oftentimes confused with it's relative Pholiota marginata, but can be distinguished by it's paler overall color, and not having the entirety of the mushroom fully attached to the solid-colored stem.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
Red
Habitat
Conifer wood and debris in the mountains
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General Info
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Habitat
Conifer wood and debris in the mountains
Growth Form
Solitary
Sporocarp Height
2-4 inches
Cap Diameter
1-2 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Smell
Pleasant
Spore Print
Light rusty brown
Species Status
Rather common
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Strophariaceae Genus
Scalycaps Species
Pholiota marginella