Scaly shield
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Scaly shield

Pluteus petasatus

A species of Pluteus.

The scaly shield, a medium-sized mushroom, has a wide distribution throughout eastern North America. It frequently appears in areas with mulch or woodchips, making it a common sight in urban and suburban landscapes like parks, yards, and gardens. While it bears a strong resemblance to its close relative, Pluteus cervinus (the deer mushroom), Pluteus petasatus can typically be distinguished by the unique pinkish tint that develops on its gills, a feature absent in P. cervinus.

Attributes of Scaly shield

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Cap Diameter
5 - 14 cm
Height
8 - 14 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 14 cm; convex, nearly flat; whitish, brown, with a browne center
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Depressed, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly, Slimy or slightly sticky
Gills
Free; close or crowded; white to brownish pink
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 3.5 - 12 cm long, 4 - 20 mm thick; equal, or with a slightly enlarged base; whitish, discoloring brown below; dry
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Flesh
Firm throughout; white throughout; unchanging when sliced
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Brownish pink
Odor
Faintly reminiscent of radish.
Body Color
BrownWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods, Wood Chips or Mulch
You can find Scaly shield by these plants
European beech, Oaks
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Widely distributed and common in North America east of the Rocky Mountains
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Scaly shield

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Pluteaceae mushrooms
Genus
Pluteus
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Toxicity and Edibility of Scaly shield

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Is Scaly shield Toxic?

Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.

Is Scaly shield Toxic to Dogs?

Scaly shield can be dangerous to dogs. If your pet has consumed this mushroom, seek immediate veterinary attention. Symptoms may vary, but early intervention is crucial for the best outcome.

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