Pluteus podospileus
Pluteus podospileus
A species of Pluteus.
Pluteus podospileus, a species belonging to the Pluteaceae family, commonly inhabits wooded areas and forests where it frequently thrives on decomposing timber. This mushroom typically exhibits a cap that undergoes morphological changes as it progresses through its life cycle. Its coloration often harmonizes with its environment, offering a form of natural camouflage. Key characteristics of Pluteus podospileus include its unattached gills and the presence of a central stipe.
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Attributes of Pluteus podospileus
Cap Diameter
2 - 4 cm
Height
2 - 5 cm
Cap
Cap 1.5 - 4 cm in diameter; convex, flattened; brown; covered in minute pointed scales
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly, Velvety, Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Free; broad, crowded; white, turn pink, later brownish-pink
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 2 - 4.5 cm long, 1 - 3 mm in diameter; whitish; covered with tiny brownish flocculose scales
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Scaly
Flesh
Whitish in cap, greyish brown in stem
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Pale pink
Odor
Pleasantly mild, non-specific mushroom scent.
Body Color
BrownBlackWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods
You can find Pluteus podospileus by these plants
Coast live oak
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Rare
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Pluteus podospileus
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Pluteaceae mushrooms
Genus
Pluteus
Toxicity and Edibility of Pluteus podospileus
Is Pluteus podospileus Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
