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The Ivory Funnel is a saprobic mushroom that typically grows on decaying wood. It is characterized by its pale ivory to cream color and funnel-shaped cap. The gills are decurrent, running down the stem, and the stem itself is often short and stout. This mushroom is found in wooded areas, particularly where there is plenty of decaying organic matter.
How to Identify
- Cap
- Funnel-shaped, pale ivory to cream color, smooth surface
- Gills
- Decurrent, closely spaced, pale ivory color
- Stem
- Short, stout, cylindrical, smooth, pale ivory color
- Flesh
- White, firm
- Fruiting body
- Medium-sized mushroom with a funnel-shaped cap and decurrent gills
- Habitat
- Decaying wood, leaf litter in wooded areas
Key Facts
- Cap surfaces: Smooth
- Growth Form: Clustered or solitary
- Spore Print: White
- Body color: Pale ivory to cream
- Odor: Mild, fungal
- Flesh bruises: No bruising
- Height: 3-8 cm
- Cap Diameter: 5-15 cm
- Nutrient gathering: Saprobic
Safe
SafeGenerally considered non-toxic, but edibility is debated. Some individuals may experience gastrointestinal upset.
Quick Check
- Odor: Mild, fungal
- Fruiting: Late summer to fall
- Substrate: Decaying wood, leaf litter
Where to Find
Decaying Logs
Wooded areas with decaying wood
Leaf Litter
Forest floors with leaf litter
Finding Tips
Check Decaying Wood
Look for clusters of pale ivory mushrooms on decaying logs or stumps.
Search Moist Areas
Search in shaded, moist areas of the forest where organic matter is abundant.
Similar Species
Hygrophoropsis aurantiaca
mushroom
Also known as: False chanterelle
Scientific Classification
- Phylum
- Basidiomycota
- Class
- Agaricomycetes
- Order
- Agaricales
- Family
- Hygrophoraceae
- Genus
- Hygrophorus
Storage Information
- Max Temperature: 4°C
- Freezing duration: N/A
- Min Temperature: 2°C
- Refrigeration: 2-3 days
How to Clean
Gently brush off any dirt or debris from the cap and stem. Avoid soaking in water to prevent waterlogging.
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