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Bolbitius titubans, commonly known as the Yellow Fieldcap, is a widely distributed mushroom. It is known for its fragile, yellow to ochre cap that quickly deliquesces, leaving behind a slimy residue. This mushroom is often found on dung or decaying organic matter in grassy areas.
How to Identify
- Cap
- The cap is typically 1-4 cm in diameter, yellow to ochre, and becomes slimy and translucent as it matures. It often has striations near the margin.
- Gills
- The gills are free, close, and yellowish, becoming more ochre with age. They are often deliquescent, meaning they dissolve into an inky liquid.
- Stem
- The stem is slender, fragile, and hollow, typically 3-8 cm long and 2-4 mm thick. It is yellowish to whitish and smooth.
- Flesh
- The flesh is thin and fragile, with a yellowish color.
- Fruiting body
- The fruiting body is small and delicate, with a conical to convex cap that flattens with age.
- Habitat
- It grows on dung, decaying grass, and other organic matter in fields, lawns, and disturbed areas.
Key Facts
- Cap surfaces: Smooth, slimy when moist
- Growth Form: Solitary or scattered
- Spore Print: Rusty brown
- Body color: Yellow to ochre
- Odor: Mild
- Flesh bruises: Does not bruise
- Height: 3-8 cm
- Cap Diameter: 1-4 cm
- Nutrient gathering: Saprophytic
Safe
SafeBolbitius titubans is not considered toxic, but it is not typically consumed due to its small size and rapid deliquescence.
Quick Check
- Odor: Mild or indistinct
- Fruiting: Spring to Autumn
- Substrate: Dung, decaying organic matter
Where to Find
Europe
Common throughout Europe, especially in grassy areas and pastures.
North America
Found in similar habitats as in Europe, often associated with livestock grazing areas.
Finding Tips
Look for Dung
Search near or on animal dung, especially in pastures and fields.
Check Grassy Areas
Inspect lawns and grassy areas with decaying organic matter.
Similar Species
Bolbitius reticulatus
Bolbitius
Also known as: нет
Scientific Classification
- Phylum
- Basidiomycota
- Class
- Agaricomycetes
- Order
- Agaricales
- Family
- Bolbitiaceae
- Genus
- Bolbitius
Storage Information
- Max Temperature: N/A
- Freezing duration: N/A
- Min Temperature: N/A
- Refrigeration: N/A
How to Clean
Due to its fragile nature and deliquescent properties, cleaning is generally not practical. It is best observed and photographed in its natural habitat.
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