Auriscalpium villipes
Auriscalpium villipes
A species of Auriscalpium.
Auriscalpium villipes stands out as a distinctive fungus, characterized by its modest, conical brown pileus and its remarkable tooth-like projections on the underside, a departure from the typical gill or pore formations. It thrives on conifer cones and discarded needles, primarily inhabiting woodlands, illustrating its mutualistic association with decomposing conifer matter.
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Attributes of Auriscalpium villipes
You can find Auriscalpium villipes by these plants
Pines, Scots pine, Spruces
Scientific Classification of Auriscalpium villipes
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Russulales
Family
Auriscalpiaceae
Genus
Auriscalpium
Toxicity and Edibility of Auriscalpium villipes
Is Auriscalpium villipes Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
