Banded mottlegill
Panaeolus cinctulus
A species of Panaeolus. Also known as Subbs.
The banded mottlegill (Panaeolus cinctulus) is a mushroom with a wide, slightly rounded cap that exhibits color changes based on its moisture content. When dry, it appears as a muted reddish-tan, but upon becoming wet, its color deepens from dark brown to nearly black. This particular species thrives in environments such as compost heaps and richly fertilized grassy areas. It is important to note that these mushrooms are toxic.
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Attributes of Banded mottlegill
Cap Diameter
1 - 4 cm
Height
3 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 1.5 - 6 cm across; hemispherical to convex, broadly umbonate or plane; cinnamon-brown, soot-black; surface smooth
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Gills
Adnate to adnexed; close; cream, dingy brown, soot-black
Gill Attachment
Notched
Stem
Stem 2 - 10 cm long, 2 - 9 mm thick; equal or tapered at the ends; reddish brown to whitish
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Flesh
Thin; cinnamon-brown to cream
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Jet black
Odor
Mildly mushroomy with a hint of flour.
Body Color
BrownBlackRedGrayWhiteCream
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On animal dung
You can find Banded mottlegill by these plants
Spruces
Species Status
Very common, widely distributed
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Banded mottlegill
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Genus
Panaeolus
Toxicity and Edibility of Banded mottlegill
Is Banded mottlegill Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
