Cortinarius umbrinolens

Cortinarius umbrinolens

A species of Cortinar.

Cortinarius umbrinolens belongs to an extensive and varied fungal lineage, characterized by its unique look. It commonly features a brown cap, often with an edge that curls slightly inward, and may possess a thin stalk. This species, which thrives in forested habitats, is recognized for establishing mutually beneficial associations with trees, facilitating the exchange of nutrients. Cortinarius umbrinolens typically emerges during the cooler, humid periods of the year.

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Attributes of Cortinarius umbrinolens

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Cap Diameter
1 - 4 cm
Height
2 - 7 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 4 cm across; conical-campanulate to convex; blackish brown, pale greyish brown; with fibrils
Gills
Adnate; close to moderately spaced; yellowish brown to brown to rusty brown
Stem
Stem 2 - 7 cm long, 2 - 5 mm thick; greyish brown to dark brown; with fibrils
Flesh
Whitish to purplish
Spore Print Color
Rusty brown
Odor
Odor like beetroot
Body Color
BrownYellow
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Cortinarius umbrinolens by these plants
Spruces, Firs, Pines, Willows
Species Status
Widespread but infrequent
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Cortinarius umbrinolens

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Cortinariaceae
Genus
Cortinar
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Toxicity and Edibility of Cortinarius umbrinolens

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Is Cortinarius umbrinolens Toxic?

Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.