Conocybe siennophylla
Conocybe siennophylla
A species of Conecaps.
Conocybe siennophylla, a species of mushroom, flourishes in open, grassy environments, frequently enhancing the aesthetics of lawns and fields. It is characterized by its fragile build and a distinctive conical cap. Despite its diminutive stature, its faded brown or yellowish coloration makes it readily recognizable. This mushroom typically emerges during warmer periods of the year, contributing to the ecosystem through its decomposition of organic matter.
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Attributes of Conocybe siennophylla
Cap Diameter
1 - 2 cm
Height
4 - 9 cm
Cap Shape
Convex, Bell-shaped
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Visible lines or stripes
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Ring
Ringless
Odor
Faint, typical mushroom-like scent
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Meadows, Disturbed Lands
Scientific Classification of Conocybe siennophylla
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Bolbitiaceae
Genus
Conecaps
Toxicity and Edibility of Conocybe siennophylla
Is Conocybe siennophylla Toxic?
Conocybe siennophylla is poisonous; consuming it can cause various adverse effects. It is advisable to avoid this fungus.