Black morel
Morchella angusticeps
A species of True morels.
In North America, the black morel is the most prevalent of its kind, though it uniquely does not inhabit burned areas or wood, a common trait among other morel species. It emerges earlier in the season compared to yellow morels. A key differentiator for black morels is their ridges, which are noticeably darker than their pits.
Attributes of Black morel
Cap Diameter
2 - 5 cm
Height
3 - 13 cm
Cap
Cap 3 - 8 cm tall and 2 - 5 cm wide; conical; when young with nearly bald or finely velvety
Cap Shape
Bell-shaped
Cap Surfaces
Velvety, Visible lines or stripes
Stem
2 - 8 cm long and 1 - 3 cm thick; equal, or with a slightly swollen base; white to pale brown; wiyh granules
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Ribbed
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White to cream
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
BrownYellowBronzeWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal, Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Widely distributed east of the Rocky Mountains
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Black morel
Phylum
Sac fungi
Class
Pezizomycetes
Order
Pezizales
Family
Morchellaceae\n
Genus
True morels
Toxicity and Edibility of Black morel
Is Black morel Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
Is Black morel Toxic to Dogs?
Black morel 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.
