Nail fungus is characterized by its small, dark-colored, and tough fruiting bodies that resemble nails or pegs protruding from the soil. They are found in temperate regions, typically emerging from the dung of herbivores. Nail fungus plays a role in breaking down organic matter, contributing to soil fertility through decomposition.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Nail fungus
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Attributes of Nail fungus
Height
6 - 10 mm
Cap
The undersurface is smooth and grayish white,becoming brown to black with age
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Blackish brown, maturing to brownish black
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On animal dung
You can find Nail fungus by these plants:
European beech, Oaks
Occurence Habitats
Meadows
Species Status
Least Concern
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Habitat of Nail fungus
Nail fungus favors unimproved grassland areas, especially where dung from equines is present.