Melanoleuca graminicola
Melanoleuca graminicola
A species of Cavaliers.
Melanoleuca graminicola is commonly found in grasslands, thriving in settings such as lawns and pastures. It shows a partiality for fertile soils, frequently those that have been altered or disrupted by human intervention. This mushroom is characterized by its modest to medium-sized, light-colored caps and delicate stalks. Its appearance is generally observed during the warmer periods of the year.
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Attributes of Melanoleuca graminicola
Cap Diameter
2 - 3 cm
Height
4 - 6 cm
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Central Bump, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Ring
Ringless
Odor
Subtle, not pungent; typically mushroom-like.
Growth Form
Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Meadows, Disturbed Lands
Scientific Classification of Melanoleuca graminicola
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Pale-spore mushrooms
Genus
Cavaliers
Toxicity and Edibility of Melanoleuca graminicola
Is Melanoleuca graminicola Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
