Smoky roundhead typically features a brown to grayish cap with a smooth, velvety texture. It grows on wood debris and is found in various forested areas, thriving in damp, shaded environments. The stem may have a distinctive ring, and beneath the cap, the gills are spaced and attached to the stem. Smoky roundhead forms a symbiotic relationship with certain trees, contributing to the decomposition of organic matter.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 7 cm
Odor:
Mildly earthy, not particularly distinct
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Smoky roundhead
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Attributes of Smoky roundhead
Cap Diameter
1 - 7 cm
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Ring
With Ring Zone
Spore Print Color
Dark brown
Odor
Mildly earthy, not particularly distinct
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
