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Helvella elastica |
With their irregularly shaped saddles and pale stems, Helvella
elastica fungi are commonly found at the edges of woodland
footpaths. When properly cooked they are edible but hardly worth collecting.
Identification guide |
Description |
The saddle-shaped caps of Helvella
elastica generally have just two lobes and they are usually less
contorted than the caps of most other fungi of the Helvella genus.
The smooth outer surface of the cap bears the spores, while the infertile underside, illustrated here, is paler and felty. The long white stem is very rubbery and often appears to be twisted. |
Dimensions |
Typically 2 to 4cm across the cap; total height 5 to 10cm. |
Spore print |
White. |
Odour/taste |
Not distinctive. |
Habitat |
Beside woodland paths, particularly in mixed woodland. |
Season |
Summer and autumn. |
Occurrence |
Frequent. |
Similar species |
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