Cedar cup
Geopora sumneriana
A species of Geopora.
Often exhibiting small, cup-shaped structures with shades ranging from brown to purple, cedar cups flourish in areas abundant with conifers. They can frequently be found tucked into decaying wood, seamlessly integrating with their forest floor surroundings. These fungi play a vital role within forest ecosystems, aiding in decomposition and enriching the soil.
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Attributes of Cedar cup
Height
1 - 5 cm
Cap
The interior is smooth and whitish,the exterior brown and scurfy
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mild, non-distinct fungal aroma.
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Cedar cup by these plants
Oaks, Pines
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Scientific Classification of Cedar cup
Phylum
Sac fungi
Class
Pezizomycetes
Order
Pezizales
Family
Pyronemataceae
Genus
Geopora
Toxicity and Edibility of Cedar cup
Is Cedar cup Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
