Description |
The saddle-shaped cap may have two or three
major undulations and many minor curled contortions. The upper surface is
smooth and cream or occasionally pale ochre; the underside is pale ochre
and slightly downy.
The tapering stem is white and deeply furrowed, with thin, elastic
flesh. |
Dimensions |
This species is very variable in size. The cap
is typically 3 to 8 cm across and 1 to 4 cm tall; the stipe is 2 to 4 cm in
diameter and 4 to 8 cm long. |
Spore print |
White. |
Odour/taste |
Faint odour; no distinctive taste. |
Habitat |
Under broad-leaved trees, particularly beech
and oak. |
Season |
Summer and autumn. |
Occurrence |
Frequent. |
Similar species |
- Helvella elastica has a tough, smooth stem without channels.
- Helvella lacunosa has a grey-brown or black cap.
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