A species of Tolypocladium, Also known as Snaketongue truffle-club
Goldenthread cordyceps is a unique fungi commonly found on buried insect pupae in temperate forests. It's known for a club-like structure that emerges from the ground, which is actually the fruiting body of the fungus. This organism has a complex life cycle that includes infecting and growing within its host before producing its above-ground reproductive structure.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
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General Info About Goldenthread cordyceps
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Attributes of Goldenthread cordyceps
Height
1 - 10 cm
Stem
Blackish brown, yellowish
Stem Shapes
Rooting
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Body Color
Brown
Black
Red
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Parasitic
Substrate
On insects
You can find Goldenthread cordyceps by these plants:
Spruces, Oaks
Endangered Species
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Habitat of Goldenthread cordyceps
Woodland
Distribution Area of Goldenthread cordyceps
North America,Europe,Asia
Scientific Classification of Goldenthread cordyceps