Oyster rollrim
Tapinella panuoides
A species of Tapinella.
The oyster rollrim is characterized by its stemless form and a subtly downy orange cap, which can expand to 8 cm wide but loses its fuzziness over time. This toxic, odorless fungus is found in coniferous forests across North America and Europe, from spring through late fall.
Attributes of Oyster rollrim
Cap Diameter
2 - 8 cm
Height
1 - 1.3 cm
Cap
Cap 3 - 8 cm; fan-shaped, planoconvex; tan, yellow-brown; dry; the margin inrolled at first
Cap Surfaces
Velvety, Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
Decurrent; close; dull orangish to yellowish
Gill Attachment
Decurrent
Stem
Often abesnt or lateral; cap-colored or distinctly lilac
Flesh
Whitish or dirty yellowish; unchanging when sliced
Spore Print Color
Brown to reddish-brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownYellowBronze
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious, Clustered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Dead Woods, Wood Chips or Mulch
You can find Oyster rollrim by these plants
Spruces, Pines, Firs
Occurence Habitats
Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Oyster rollrim
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Boletes and allies
Family
Tapinellaceae
Genus
Tapinella
Toxicity and Edibility of Oyster rollrim
Is Oyster rollrim Toxic?
Multiple sources indicate the oyster rollrim is toxic. This type of mushroom is known to be indigestible and can lead to digestive upset.
Is Oyster rollrim Toxic to Dogs?
Oyster rollrim 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.
