White spindles
Clavaria fragilis
A species of Clavarioid fungi. Also known as White worm coral.
Clavaria fragilis, also known as white spindles, possess an ethereal, almost ghostly aesthetic. This particular species, part of the broader category of club or coral fungi, manifests as dense formations of upright, pallid-white strands. Consistent with other club varieties, white spindles thrive on decaying wood or in grassy environments, and their presence can be observed across temperate zones throughout the northern hemisphere.
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Attributes of White spindles
Height
10 - 18 cm
Stem
Stem 2 - 12 cm long, 4 - 5 mm thick
Flesh
Fragile; white
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy, lacking unique characteristics.
Body Color
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Leaf or Needle Litter
You can find White spindles by these plants
Pines, Junipers, Firs
Occurence Habitats
Mixed Woodland, Meadows
Species Status
Fairly common
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of White spindles
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Coral fungi
Genus
Clavarioid fungi
Toxicity and Edibility of White spindles
Is White spindles Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
