Pholiota abietis
Pholiota abietis
A species of Scalycaps.
Pholiota abietis thrives mainly on coniferous timber, showing a clear preference for rotting tree stumps and fallen logs. Its cap ranges from gold to brown, frequently becoming tacky when moist, and its gills progressively darken to brown with age. This mushroom commonly emerges during the colder periods of autumn and the start of winter.
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Attributes of Pholiota abietis
Scientific Classification of Pholiota abietis
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Strophariaceae
Genus
Scalycaps
Toxicity and Edibility of Pholiota abietis
Is Pholiota abietis Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.