Lentinellus vulpinus
Lentinellus vulpinus
A species of Lentinellus.
Lentinellus vulpinus is an easily recognizable fungus, characterized by its distinctively shaped, fan-like cap, usually brown and feeling like velvet. It thrives in conifer-dominant woods, frequently establishing connections with the root systems of pine trees. Its reproductive structure emerges during the fall season, playing a role in the forest's health through its wood-decomposing activities.
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Attributes of Lentinellus vulpinus
Cap Diameter
3 - 11 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 10 cm, convex to flat; pink or grape-colored light yellow; surface smooth to thick fluff attachments
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gill Attachment
Decurrent
Flesh
white, pinkish; Moist, flexible and soft
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White, buff
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
WhitePink
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
You can find Lentinellus vulpinus by these plants
Spruces
Species Status
Infrequently northern North America
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Lentinellus vulpinus
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Russulales
Family
Auriscalpiaceae
Genus
Lentinellus
Toxicity and Edibility of Lentinellus vulpinus
Is Lentinellus vulpinus Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
