Hohenbuehelia angustata
Hohenbuehelia angustata
A species of Hohenbuehelia.
Hohenbuehelia angustata, a species within the Pleurotaceae family, commonly thrives on timber, showcasing its essential function in breaking down decaying trees and limbs. Characterized by its lamellate cap, this fungus favors dimly lit, damp habitats. Through its decomposition work, Hohenbuehelia angustata plays a vital part in the ecosystem by returning nutrients to the earth.
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Attributes of Hohenbuehelia angustata
Cap Diameter
1 - 6 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 6 cm across; convex, fan-shaped; whitish to beige or watery brownish; rubbery, moist, fairly smooth; the margin inrolled, later even or wavy
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Smooth, Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
Close or crowded; whitish, becoming yellowish to dull tan
Stem
Absent
Flesh
Rubbery; whitish to brownish
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Gently mealy, not particularly distinct.
Body Color
BrownYellowWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed in eastern North America
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Hohenbuehelia angustata
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
The tree mushroom family
Genus
Hohenbuehelia
Toxicity and Edibility of Hohenbuehelia angustata
Is Hohenbuehelia angustata Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
