Silky sheath
A species of Rosegills, Also known as Silky rosegill Scientific name : Volvariella bombycina Genus : Rosegills
Silky sheath, A species of Rosegills
Also known as:
Silky rosegill
Scientific name: Volvariella bombycina
Genus: Rosegills
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Description
Silky sheaths (Volvariella bombycina) are widely distributed, being found in temperate and sub-tropical forests around the world, but rare. The fruitbody emerges from a silky-textured volva, and the mushroom's white or off-white cap is usually quite smooth as well. One of this species' favored microhabitats is the rotted knotholes of mature maples, elms, oaks, or beeches.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
White
Habitat
The habitat of the silky sheath includes deciduous trees of woodland and urban settings. It grows on either living or dead wood, on the wounds or knots or standing trees, on rotten branches, hardwood logs, and stumps.
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General Info
Edibility
Silky sheath is reported to be edible, with good flavor. It is paramount to be certain of one's identification, as deadly toxic Amanita mushrooms share similar features.
Habitat
The habitat of the silky sheath includes deciduous trees of woodland and urban settings. It grows on either living or dead wood, on the wounds or knots or standing trees, on rotten branches, hardwood logs, and stumps.
Growth Form
Solitary
Sporocarp Height
8 inches
Cap Diameter
8 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Not distinctive
Spore Print
Pink
Species Status
Widely distributed in North America
Distribution Area
North America,North Africa,Africa,Central America,Asia
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Pluteaceae mushrooms Genus
Rosegills Species
Silky sheath 
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