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Strobilurus conigenoides

A species of Strobilurus

Strobilurus conigenoides belongs to a family known for its diverse and ecologically significant fungi. This mushroom typically grows in association with decomposing conifer cones, which provides its unique habitat. It is characterized by its slender stem and small, conch-like cap. The species plays a role in the forest ecosystem by contributing to the decomposition process of fallen cones.

Cap Diameter:

1 - 2 cm

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Strobilurus conigenoides

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Attributes of Strobilurus conigenoides

Cap Diameter

1 - 2 cm

Cap

Cap 5 - 20 mm wide; convex to flat; white; dry, covered with a dense layer of minute hairs; margin incurved at first

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Attached; close to almost crowded, broad; white

Gill Attachment

Free to Attached

Stem

2.5 - 5 cm long, 0.8 - 2 mm thick; dry, covered with a dense layer of minute hairs

Flesh

Very thin

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

White

Flesh Bruises

The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.

Growth Form

Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

You can find Strobilurus conigenoides by these plants:

Spruces, Pines, Norway spruce

Species Status

Rare in the northern states and Canada, common in the South

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Habitat of Strobilurus conigenoides

On decaying magnolia cones

Scientific Classification of Strobilurus conigenoides

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Physalacriaceae

Genus

Strobilurus

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