Hairy fairy cup
Humaria hemisphaerica
A species of Humaria. Also known as Brown-haired fairy cup.
The unique Hairy Fairy Cup mushroom is easily recognized by its petite, hemispherical caps, which are characteristically adorned with delicate hairs. These fungi exhibit a brownish tint and are commonly found in clusters on decaying wood, where they contribute significantly to the decomposition of dead plant matter. Preferring temperate climates, the Hairy Fairy Cup frequently emerges in woodlands, particularly during periods of high moisture.
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Attributes of Hairy fairy cup
Cap Diameter
2 - 3 cm
Height
5 - 15 mm
Cap
Reaching widths of 2 - 3 cm when mature; goblet shaped; white or pale bluish; smooth
Flesh
Brittle; brownish or pale
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
No distinct odor detected.
Body Color
BrownWhiteBlue
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal, Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods, On soil
You can find Hairy fairy cup by these plants
Oaks, European beech
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed in North America
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Hairy fairy cup
Phylum
Sac fungi
Class
Pezizomycetes
Order
Pezizales
Family
Pyronemataceae
Genus
Humaria
Toxicity and Edibility of Hairy fairy cup
Is Hairy fairy cup Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
