Leucocoprinus straminellus
Leucocoprinus straminellus
A species of Leucocoprinus.
Leucocoprinus straminellus, a species within the Agaricaceae family, is recognized for its peculiar characteristics. It possesses a fragile cap and a thin stipe, forming a pale, short-lived body. This fungus favors temperate to tropical settings, commonly flourishing in greenhouses and often emerging unexpectedly in containers, drawing attention due to its rapid development and distinctive look.
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Attributes of Leucocoprinus straminellus
Cap Diameter
1 - 2 cm
Height
2 - 5 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 2 cm across; round, ovoid, bell-shaped; pale sulfur-yellow, yellowish-cream, whitish; surface with thick felt-floury plaque; margin with furrowed
Stem
Stem 2 - 5 cm long, 1.5 - 3 mm thick; cylindrical; sulfur-yellow; with felt plaque and remnants of mycelium
Flesh
Light sulfur-yellow; unchanging when cut
Ring
Upper or middle part of the stem; funnel-shaped; membranous; white, cream
Spore Print Color
Whitish with a yellowish tinge
Odor
Odor pleasant
Body Color
YellowWhiteCream
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Species Status
Quite rare
Scientific Classification of Leucocoprinus straminellus
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Agaricaceae
Genus
Leucocoprinus
Toxicity and Edibility of Leucocoprinus straminellus
Is Leucocoprinus straminellus Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
