Coltricia montagnei
Coltricia montagnei
A species of Tiger's eye fungus.
Coltricia montagnei is a member of a fungal family recognized for its resilient, wood-degrading characteristics. This fungus features a circular, flattened cap, reminiscent of a coin, typically observed on decaying timber within woodland environments. It flourishes across diverse climates and contributes to the breakdown and recirculation of nutrients within the ecosystem.
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Attributes of Coltricia montagnei
Cap Diameter
3 - 12 cm
Height
2 - 8 cm
Cap
Cap 3 - 12 cm wide; brown and orangish brown, white to pale yellowish or orangish marginal edge, becoming more brown overall; dry, finely velvety to matted-woolly
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly, Velvety
Stem
Stem 2 - 8 cm long, 1 - 2 cm thick; tapered to a pinched base; dark brown; velvety
Stem Shapes
Tapering
Stem Surfaces
Velvety
Flesh
Tough; rusty brown
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Brown
Odor
Mild, indistinct earthy scent.
Body Color
BrownYellowOrange
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed east of the Rocky Mountains
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Coltricia montagnei
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Hymenochaetales
Family
Hymenochaetaceae
Genus
Tiger's eye fungus
Toxicity and Edibility of Coltricia montagnei
Is Coltricia montagnei Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
