Conifer Psilocybe
Psilocybe pelliculosa
A species of Psilocybe.
Clumps of Conifer Psilocybe fungi can be observed on the ground in wooded areas. Their reproductive structures emerge following periods of cold and damp conditions. Should they sustain harm, these Conifer Psilocybe mushrooms may develop discoloration, appearing either blue-tinged or green-hued. The species name, pelliculosa, translates to film, a nod to the exceptionally fine, skin-like layer covering their caps.
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Attributes of Conifer Psilocybe
Cap Diameter
8 - 20 mm
Cap
Cap 8 - 20 mm across; cone-shaped, broadly bell-shaped; smooth, sticky; margin greenish-gray tinge
Gills
Adnate; close; cinnamon-brown to darken
Stem
Stem 6 - 8 cm long by 1.5 - 2 mm thick; roughly equal in width; region brownish, region grayish
Flesh
Display slightly bluish or greenish when injured
Spore Print Color
Purplish brown
Body Color
BrownYellowGrayPurplePink
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On wood
Species Status
Widely distributed in British Columbia, Canada
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Conifer Psilocybe
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Hymenogastraceae
Genus
Psilocybe
Toxicity and Edibility of Conifer Psilocybe
Is Conifer Psilocybe Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
