Urnula padeniana belongs to a family of fungi characterized by their distinctive cup-like shapes. This mushroom typically appears in early spring and prefers growing on fire-scorched earth, often signifying its affinity for recently burned forests. Its dark, charcoal-like appearance helps it blend into its post-fire environment.
Odor:
Mild, not particularly noticeable.
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General Info About Urnula padeniana
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Attributes of Urnula padeniana
Height
2 - 5 cm
Stem
Stem 2 - 5 cm long, 2 - 3 cm thick; black; finely velvety; wrinkled, ribbed
Stem Shapes
Tapering
Stem Surfaces
Ribbed
Flesh
Thick; gelatinous, rubbery; colorless
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Whitish
Odor
Mild, not particularly noticeable.
Body Color
Brown
Black
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Uncommon
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Urnula padeniana
Urnula padeniana typically thrives on dead or decaying coniferous wood material, found in damp coastal forests. They are often surrounded by plant debris or duff.
