âšī¸ Edibility Note
Due to its unknown edibility and potential for confusion with other species, foragers should exercise caution and consult an expert before consumption.
Description
Mycena haematopus is a small, delicate mushroom characterized by its reddish-brown to dark brown cap and distinctive red-stained stipe. The gills are closely spaced and white to pale cream, and the overall appearance is somewhat translucent, especially when moist.
Key Identification Features
Field marks recorded for this species. Work through all of them, not just one:
- Cap: 1-3 cm, conical to bell-shaped, reddish-brown to dark brown
- Gills: Adnate, close, white to pale cream
- Stipe: 3-8 cm long, slender, red-stained at the base
- Spore print: White
- Flesh: Thin and fragile
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat: Typically found in leaf litter, decaying wood, or on the ground in moist, shaded forest environments.
Region: Widespread in temperate regions, particularly in North America and Europe.
Seasonality
Fruits from late summer to early autumn.
Typical months: Aug-Oct
Common Lookalikes
Always verify identification to avoid these similar species:
- Mycena pura (unknown) - distinguished by its more uniform pale coloration and lack of red staining on the stipe.
- Mycena epipterygia (unknown) - has a more pronounced conical cap and lacks the reddish tones.
- Mycena galericulata (unknown) - larger and has a more pronounced umbrella-like cap.
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