Fibrous waxcap
Hygrocybe intermedia
A species of Waxcaps.
Hygrophorus acutoconus, also known as the fibrous waxcap, presents a distinctive look, often sporting a vivid, orange-yellow cap atop a delicate, matching stem. This moderately sized fungus commonly thrives in grasslands, particularly where moisture abounds. It emerges during warmer periods and is recognized by the fibrous quality of its cap, which can take on a somewhat transparent appearance when damp. This species plays a vital role in ecological balance through its decomposition of organic material.
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Attributes of Fibrous waxcap
Cap Diameter
3 - 10 cm
Height
3 - 9 cm
Cap
conical,becoming umbonate to flat and often splitting.The cap surface is finely fibrous,dry,bright orange to orange-red
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
The gills are yellow,flushed orange
Gill Attachment
Free to Attached
Stem
The stem is finely fibrous and cap-colored,becoming yellow to whitish at the base.The stem base often bruises grayish
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Fibrillose
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Meadows
Scientific Classification of Fibrous waxcap
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Waxgills
Genus
Waxcaps
Toxicity and Edibility of Fibrous waxcap
Is Fibrous waxcap Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
