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The Orange Mycena, or Mycena aurantiomarginata, is a small, delicate mushroom with an orange cap and a slender white stem. It is commonly found growing in clusters on dead wood, such as logs, stumps, and branches. The mushroom is often brightly colored, with an orange or yellowish cap and a white, off-white, or gray stem. The cap is typically bell-shaped or convex, and the stem is slender and often curved.
How to Identify
- Cap
- The Orange Mycena has an orange or yellowish cap that is typically bell-shaped or convex. The cap is often sticky or slimy when wet, and it can be up to 2 centimeters in diameter.
- Gills
- The gills of the Orange Mycena are white or cream-colored and they are adnate to the stem, meaning that they are attached to the stem along their entire length. The gills are typically crowded together.
- Stem
- The stem of the Orange Mycena is slender and often curved. It is white, off-white, or gray, and it is typically smooth. The stem can be up to 5 centimeters long.
- Flesh
- The flesh of the Orange Mycena is thin and fragile. It is white or cream-colored, and it has a slightly sweet taste.
- Fruiting body
- The fruit body of the Orange Mycena is small, delicate, and typically grows in clusters on dead wood. The mushroom can be up to 5 centimeters tall.
- Habitat
- The Orange Mycena is commonly found growing on dead wood, such as logs, stumps, and branches. It is also sometimes found growing on the ground, especially in areas where there is a lot of decaying wood.
Key Facts
- Cap surfaces: smooth, sticky
- Growth Form: clustered
- Spore Print: white
- Body color: orange, white
- Odor: sweet
- Flesh bruises: no bruising
- Height: 2-5 cm
- Cap Diameter: 1-2 cm
- Nutrient gathering: saprotrophic
Safe
SafeThe Orange Mycena is not known to be toxic, and it is considered edible, although not particularly flavorful. However, it is always best to err on the side of caution and to only eat mushrooms that you are absolutely sure are safe to consume. If you are not familiar with a particular mushroom, it is best to avoid eating it.
Quick Check
- Odor: sweet
- Fruiting: dead wood
- Substrate: wood
Where to Find
Temperate regions of the world
The Orange Mycena is a common mushroom in temperate regions of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia. It can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and parks. The mushroom is typically found growing on dead wood, such as logs, stumps, and branches.
Dead wood
The Orange Mycena is often found growing in clusters on dead wood, such as logs, stumps, and branches. It is also sometimes found growing on the ground, especially in areas where there is a lot of decaying wood.
Finding Tips
Color and shape
The Orange Mycena is often brightly colored, with an orange or yellowish cap and a white, off-white, or gray stem. The cap is typically bell-shaped or convex, and the stem is slender and often curved. The mushroom can be easily identified by its distinctive orange color, which is not common in other species of Mycena.
Habitat
The Orange Mycena is typically found growing in clusters on dead wood, such as logs, stumps, and branches. It is also sometimes found growing on the ground, especially in areas where there is a lot of decaying wood. The mushroom is often found in damp, shady locations, and it is most abundant during the late summer and fall months.
Similar Species
Lea's Mycena
Mycena leaiana
Also known as: Lea's Mycena
Milky Mycena
Mycena galopus
Also known as: Milky Mycena
Lilac Bonnet
Mycena pura
Also known as: Lilac Bonnet
Scientific Classification
- Phylum
- Basidiomycota
- Class
- Agaricomycetes
- Order
- Agaricales
- Family
- Mycenaceae
- Genus
- Mycena
Storage Information
- Max Temperature: 10 degrees Celsius
- Freezing duration: 3 months
- Min Temperature: 0 degrees Celsius
- Refrigeration: 1 week
How to Clean
The Orange Mycena is a small, delicate mushroom that is not often eaten. If you do decide to eat it, it is important to clean it carefully to remove any dirt or debris. You can clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp cloth or by rinsing them gently under running water. Make sure to dry the mushrooms thoroughly before using them in cooking.
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