Beechmast candlesnuff is a small fungus typical to deadwood, particularly on fallen beech seeds. Its notable for its black, stiff fruiting bodies that resemble burnt candle wicks. Found in temperate forests, beechmast candlesnuff plays a key role in the ecosystem by helping decompose wood, recycling nutrients back into the soil.
Odor:
Subtle, typically indistinct fungal aroma.
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Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Beechmast candlesnuff
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Attributes of Beechmast candlesnuff
Height
2 - 5 cm
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Black
Odor
Subtle, typically indistinct fungal aroma.
Body Color
Black
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
You can find Beechmast candlesnuff by these plants:
European beech
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Fairly common in Britain and Ireland
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Beechmast candlesnuff
Associates with decaying seeds and fruits of hardwood trees, particularly inside beech tree seed cases. Also found in similar substrates from other tree species.
Scientific Classification of Beechmast candlesnuff
