Russian conecap can easily be identified by its unique habitat. It is commonly found growing on pinecones that are either lying on the ground or partially buried. For this reason, this mushroom is commonly known as the "pine cone cap." Its lack of a ring on the cap also makes it easy to identify from similar species.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 4 cm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy, mold-like scent.
In This Article
Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Russian conecap
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Attributes of Russian conecap
Cap Diameter
1 - 4 cm
Height
2 - 7 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 2 cm across; convex to flat; brown, tawny; surface smooth
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Adnexed; crowded; whitish cream
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem 2 - 7 cm long, 1 - 2 mm thick; tapering slightly upwards; pallid, brown, tawny; with finely silky-pruinose
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Thin; fragile; white
Spore Print Color
White, whitish, cream
Odor
Mildly mushroomy, mold-like scent.
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
