Psathyrella prona
Psathyrella prona
A species of Brittlestems.
Psathyrella prona, belonging to a family known for its fragile and ephemeral fungi, commonly thrives in groupings on deteriorating organic matter like wood. Its distinctive features include a brownish, bell-shaped cap that often fissures as it matures. This species plays an important role in the environment by breaking down organic substances and facilitating nutrient cycling.
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Attributes of Psathyrella prona
Cap Diameter
1 - 3 cm
Height
3 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 30 mm across; brown to grey; surface smooth; margin with striate and veil remnants
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Free to adnate; crowded; brownish
Stem
Stem 3 - 10 cm long, 5 - 30 mm thick; stiff
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Flesh
Fibrous; unchanging
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Very dark brown
Odor
Mild fungal aroma, nondescript.
Body Color
BrownGray
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Species Status
Rather infrequent
Scientific Classification of Psathyrella prona
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Coprinaceae
Genus
Brittlestems
Toxicity and Edibility of Psathyrella prona
Is Psathyrella prona Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
