Cortinarius saturninus
Cortinarius saturninus
A species of Cortinar.
Cortinarius saturninus stands out as an intriguing fungus, recognized by the prominent ring encircling its stalk and the evolving coloration it displays through its life cycle. At first, the cap of this mushroom presents a vivid rusty or reddish shade, gradually softening to a more muted color as it ages. Beneath the cap, its lamellae are tightly arranged, adding to its singular look. Cortinarius saturninus flourishes in forested settings, particularly preferring damp conditions.
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Attributes of Cortinarius saturninus
Cap Diameter
3 - 8 cm
Height
6 - 9 cm
Cap
Cap 3 - 8 cm across; conical, hemispherical, campanulate; reddish-brown to chestnut-brown; with radial fibres
Cap Shape
Flat, Bell-shaped, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky, Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
Adnate-emarginate; distant; yellowish brown to mid brown
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
Stem 6 - 8 cm long, 1 - 2 cm thick; cylindrical; white to rust-brown
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Fibrillose
Flesh
Pale brownish cream; with violet spots
Ring
With Ring Zone
Spore Print Color
Rusty brown
Odor
Mild, non-distinctive earthy smell.
Body Color
BrownRedPurpleCream
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious, Solitary
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Cortinarius saturninus by these plants
Oaks, Pines, Willows
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Rare but quite widespread
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Cortinarius saturninus
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Cortinariaceae
Genus
Cortinar
Toxicity and Edibility of Cortinarius saturninus
Is Cortinarius saturninus Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
