Ponderous slippery jack is a distinctive fungus characterized by its large, brown, sticky cap that is often dotted with pine needles and debris. The underside features pores instead of gills, while the stout stem generally shows a ring or skirt. This species typically grows in coniferous forests, forming a symbiotic relationship with the tree roots there.
Cap Diameter:
6 - 25 cm
Odor:
Smell acidic
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General Info About Ponderous slippery jack
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Attributes of Ponderous slippery jack
Cap Diameter
6 - 25 cm
Cap
Cap up to 25 cm; orange-brown to ochraceous with orange tint; smooth, distinctly viscid
Stem
Stipe cylindrical or slightly swollen below, solid; dirty whitish to cream, darkening in the lower parts with age
Flesh
Yellow; may stain pinkish
Ring
Slimy underside
Spore Print Color
Cinnamon brown
Odor
Smell acidic
Body Color
Brown
Green
Yellow
Red
Flesh Bruises
Discolor to brown
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Ponderous slippery jack by these plants:
Pines
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Least Concern
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Ponderous slippery jack
Ponderous slippery jack typically inhabits areas underneath coniferous trees, thriving in mixed woods and enjoying environments that are moist but well-drained.
Scientific Classification of Ponderous slippery jack
