While generally considered safe to eat, always ensure proper identification and avoid consuming any wild mushrooms unless you are certain of their identity.
Lyophyllum decastes is characterized by its broad, convex caps that can reach up to 10 cm in diameter, with a smooth, pale to yellowish-brown surface. The gills are closely spaced and white to cream in color, and the stem is stout and cylindrical, often becoming hollow with age.
Field marks recorded for this species. Work through all of them, not just one:
| Family | Tricholomataceae |
|---|---|
| Genus | Lyophyllum |
| Edibility | Edible* |
| Toxicity | none |
| Season | Aug-Nov |
| Habitat | Grows in clusters on the ground, often in grassy areas, woodlands, or disturbed sites. |
| Region | Found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. |
Habitat: Grows in clusters on the ground, often in grassy areas, woodlands, or disturbed sites.
Region: Found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.
Typically fruits from late summer to fall.
Typical months: Aug-Nov
Always verify identification to avoid these similar species. The differentiator is the point — learn the one or two tells that separate them:
distinguishable by its darker, more pronounced gills and a ring on the stem.
has a more pronounced orange-brown cap and a different spore print color.
often have milky latex when cut and a different texture.
Pin the patch before you leave it. Coordinates, photos, and field notes stay on your device — and the offline lookalike guide travels with you into the deep woods.
Download Mushroom TrackerDisclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes only. Never consume a wild mushroom unless you are 100% certain of its identification.