ℹ️ Edibility Note
While considered edible, it is important to properly identify this mushroom as some lookalikes can be toxic. Always consult a local expert before consuming wild mushrooms.
Description
Hypholoma capnoides is a small to medium-sized mushroom characterized by its smoky gray to brown cap, which is often slightly sticky when moist. The gills are closely spaced and yellowish to brown, and the stem is slender and often has a bulbous base.
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat: Typically found in woodlands, often growing on decaying wood or in grassy areas near trees.
Region: Widely distributed in temperate regions of North America and Europe.
Seasonality
Fruits from late summer to early fall.
Common Lookalikes
Always verify identification to avoid these similar species:
- Hypholoma fasciculare (toxic) - has a more clustered growth and a yellow-green cap
- Pholiota squarrosa (inedible) - has a scaly cap and a more robust stem
- Gymnopilus underwoodii (unknown) - has a more pronounced orange-brown cap and a thicker stem
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