Fluted bird's nest
Cyathus striatus
A species of Cyathus.
The fluted bird's nest fungus is readily recognizable due to its distinct vase-like, hairy, and ribbed cup, which contains egg-shaped structures, giving the entire organism the appearance of a bird's nest. This cup functions as a splash mechanism; when impacted by a raindrop, the eggs are propelled up to three feet away, adhering to the surface they land on.
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Attributes of Fluted bird's nest
Height
1 - 1.3 cm
Cap
Gray
Stem Shapes
Tapering
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownYellowGray
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods, Wood Chips or Mulch
You can find Fluted bird's nest by these plants
European beech, Spruces
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland, Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Widespread
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Fluted bird's nest
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Agaricaceae
Genus
Cyathus
Toxicity and Edibility of Fluted bird's nest
Is Fluted bird's nest Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
