Cap |
Typically 2 to 5 cm across; thin fleshed;
brown above, with a pale margin; veined beneath the cap; funnel-shaped,
with a very wavy margin. |
Veins |
Initially yellow but becoming more greyish as
the fungus matures, the wrinkled veins are forked and decurrent. There are
also cross-veins, as can be seen from this close-up picture.
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Stipe
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Tall, somewhat flattened and hollow. Typically
5 to 10 mm in diameter and often slightly club-shaped or bulbous at the
base. |
Spore print |
Pinkish-white. |
Odour/taste |
Not distinctive. |
Habitat |
In damp coniferous forests, often among ivy. |
Season |
August to October. |
Occurrence |
Frequent. |
Similar species |
- Cantharellus cibarius is bright yellow, usually larger in diameter and more squat; it has a
solid stem, pale flesh and a slight fruity (apricot-like) smell.
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