Mountain moss psilocybe
Deconica montana
A species of Deconica.
The species known as mountain moss psilocybe was previously classified under the Psilocybe genus. However, subsequent molecular analysis determined the absence of psilocybin, leading to its reclassification into the Deconica genus. This fungus is part of the little brown mushroom category and has numerous inedible or toxic counterparts, therefore consumption is not recommended.
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Attributes of Mountain moss psilocybe
Cap Diameter
1 - 2 cm
Height
1 - 4 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 15 mm across; convex, flat; brown; moist, glabrous, and has radial striations to the center
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Adnate, broadly adnate, shortly decurrent; cap-colored
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
1.5 - 4 cm long, 1 - 2 mm thick; straight, thin; same color as the cap; smooth, brittle
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Fibrillose
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Purple-brown, dark greyish brown
Odor
Gently grain-like, reminiscent of flour
Body Color
BrownRed
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Mosses
You can find Mountain moss psilocybe by these plants
Pines, Spruces, Juniper haircap
Species Status
Common
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Mountain moss psilocybe
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Hymenogastraceae
Genus
Deconica
Toxicity and Edibility of Mountain moss psilocybe
Is Mountain moss psilocybe Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
