Flocculose inkcap
Coprinellus flocculosus
A species of Coprinellus.
The Shaggy Mane, a distinctive mushroom within the Agaricaceae family, is widely distributed throughout North America. Its genus, Coprinus, is commonly known for its members' characteristic deliquescence, a process where their caps rapidly liquefy into a black, inky substance as they mature.
Attributes of Flocculose inkcap
Cap Diameter
2 - 5 cm
Height
2 - 7 cm
Cap
Cap 1.5 cm across; obtuse-conic, flat; yellowish, greyish, whitish; with universal veil fragments; margin decurved, slightly wavy
Cap Shape
Bell-shaped, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly, Warted, Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Free; crowded; cream, greyish, blackish
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 2 - 6 cm long, 2 - 7 mm thick; equal except enlarged at the base; whitish; fragile
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth to slightly fibrous
Flesh
Very thin; fragile
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Blackish
Odor
Faintly earthy, not particularly distinctive.
Body Color
BrownYellowGrayWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
Wood Chips or Mulch, Dead Woods
You can find Flocculose inkcap by these plants
Goldenrods
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Common
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Flocculose inkcap
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Coprinaceae
Genus
Coprinellus
Toxicity and Edibility of Flocculose inkcap
Is Flocculose inkcap Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
Is Flocculose inkcap Toxic to Dogs?
Flocculose inkcap 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.
