Poisonpie - Hebeloma crustuliniforme

Description

It can be recognised by its drab, slimy cap which is pale buff to ochre, often slightly darker in centre and also by its radish like odour. The gills typically have dark spots, caused by the spores adhering to moisture droplets.

Identification difficulty
Habitat

Well wooded areas including woodland and woodland edge.

When to see it

July to November.

UK Status

Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.

VC55 Status

Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.

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Species profile

Common names
Poisonpie, Poison Pie
Species group:
Fungi
Kingdom:
Fungi
Order:
Agaricales
Family:
Cortinariaceae
Records on NatureSpot:
9
First record:
02/11/2011 (Calow, Graham)
Last record:
19/10/2024 (Bell, Melinda)

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