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Leratiomyces percevalii

Leratiomyces percevalii

A species of Leratiomyces.

Leratiomyces percevalii, a type of mushroom, thrives on the Pacific coast, appearing from summer through winter. It's commonly found in populated areas, often growing on woodchips, lawns, abandoned lots, or beside roads and paths. Given the limited knowledge about its safety for consumption, it's strongly advised not to eat it.

Attributes of Leratiomyces percevalii

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Cap Diameter
2 - 8 cm
Height
4 - 13 cm
Cap
Cap 2.5 - 8 cm; convex, broadly bell-shaped; yellowish, whitish; smooth or finely hairy in places; margin adorned with hanging white partial veil remnants
Cap Shape
Convex, Bell-shaped
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky, Smooth, Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
Adnexed, decurrenny; close; whitish, purplish gray to purple-black
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem 4 - 13 cm long, up to about 1 cm thick; equal or tapered to base; whitish, reddish; dry, finely hairy
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Fibrillose
Flesh
Whitish
Ring
With Ring Zone
Spore Print Color
Dark purple-brown to blackish
Odor
Mild, with a hint of radish.
Body Color
BrownYellowRedWhite
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
You can find Leratiomyces percevalii by these plants
Pines
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands, Meadows
Species Status
Apparently boreal and subarctic in distribution
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Leratiomyces percevalii

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Strophariaceae
Genus
Leratiomyces
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Toxicity and Edibility of Leratiomyces percevalii

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Is Leratiomyces percevalii Toxic?

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

Is Leratiomyces percevalii Toxic to Dogs?

Leratiomyces percevalii 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.

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