Scaly webcap
Cortinarius pholideus
A species of Cortinar.
The scaly webcap is a member of a prominent fungal family recognized for its wide array of species. Commonly found in moderate climates, this fungus features a characteristic scaled cap and a delicate, web-like veil. It thrives in forested environments, frequently establishing mutually beneficial relationships with specific trees and contributing to the nutrient cycling processes within these woodland ecosystems.
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Attributes of Scaly webcap
Cap Diameter
1 - 8 cm
Height
4 - 12 cm
Cap
convex to conical,becoming umbonate.The surface is dry,dull brownish yellow,covered in fine,erect,dark brown scales
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
The gills are pale brown,tinted blue-violet when young,becoming rusty brown
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
The stem is dry,brownish white,sometimes tinted violet at the top when young,with irregular girdles of dark brown scales
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Ring
With Ring Zone
Spore Print Color
Rusty brown
Odor
Mildly aromatic with a hint of spice and parsley.
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Scaly webcap by these plants
Spruces, Oaks
Scientific Classification of Scaly webcap
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Cortinariaceae
Genus
Cortinar
Toxicity and Edibility of Scaly webcap
Is Scaly webcap Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
