Spring fieldcap

Agrocybe praecox

A species of Agrocybe.

The Spring Fieldcap (Agrocybe praecox) emerges during the spring and early summer months, often found in dispersed clusters or tufts along the verges of forest trails. It's also frequently observed in urban environments where wood chip mulch or compost heaps are present. The mushroom's scientific designation shares its Latin origin with precocious, which subtly hints at its early seasonal arrival.

Attributes of Spring fieldcap

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Cap Diameter
3 - 9 cm
Height
4 - 12 cm
Cap
2 - 9 cm; bell-shaped, flat; yellow-brown, white; dry, bald
Cap Shape
Convex, Bell-shaped, Flat, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Smooth
Gills
Close or crowded; whitish, grayish, brownish
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
3 - 12 cm long, 5 - 15 mm thick; equal, a slightly swollen base; whitish to pale brownish
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Stem Surfaces
Fibrillose
Flesh
White, unchanging when sliced
Ring
With Ring
Spore Print Color
Medium to dark brown
Odor
Slightly mealy scent.
Body Color
BrownYellowBronzeWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Wood Chips or Mulch, On soil
You can find Spring fieldcap by these plants
Oaks, Spruces
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Widespread in Europe, widely distributed in North America.
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Spring fieldcap

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Strophariaceae
Genus
Agrocybe
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Toxicity and Edibility of Spring fieldcap

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Is Spring fieldcap Toxic?

Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.

Is Spring fieldcap Toxic to Dogs?

Spring fieldcap can be dangerous to dogs. If your pet has consumed this mushroom, seek immediate veterinary attention. Symptoms may vary, but early intervention is crucial for the best outcome.