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Matt knight
A species of Tricholoma Scientific name : Tricholoma imbricatum Genus : Tricholoma
Matt knight, A species of Tricholoma
Scientific name: Tricholoma imbricatum
Genus: Tricholoma
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Description
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The matt knight is an agaric mushroom that grows in a symbiotic relationship with pines. It is recognizable by its rough texture, particularly in the latter stage. As the mushroom matures, the cap becomes finely scaly. While its odor is not usually noticeable, it can sometimes be mealy or sweet.
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Colors
Brown
White
Habitat
Ground in coniferous forests
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General Info
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Habitat
Ground in coniferous forests
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal; solitary, scattered, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
3-8 cm
Cap Diameter
3-10 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor sweetish, slightly mealy; taste slightly bitter, farinaceous
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Widely distributed
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Pale-spore mushrooms Genus
Tricholoma Species
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