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Mycena pura, commonly known as the Lilac Bonnet, is a common mushroom found in woodlands. It is known for its distinctive lilac color, although this can vary. It is considered mildly poisonous and can cause gastrointestinal upset.
How to Identify
- Cap
- The cap is typically 2-4 cm in diameter, conical to bell-shaped, and often has a central umbo. The color is usually lilac but can vary to pinkish or brownish. The surface is smooth and slightly translucent when moist.
- Gills
- The gills are adnate to slightly decurrent, widely spaced, and the same color as the cap.
- Stem
- The stem is slender, 4-8 cm long, and 2-4 mm thick. It is typically the same color as the cap or slightly darker, smooth, and brittle.
- Flesh
- The flesh is thin and fragile, with a pale lilac color.
- Fruiting body
- The fruiting body is small and delicate.
- Habitat
- It grows in deciduous and coniferous woodlands, often among leaf litter.
Key Facts
- Cap surfaces: Smooth
- Growth Form: Gilled
- Spore Print: White
- Body color: Lilac, pinkish, or brownish
- Odor: Radish-like
- Flesh bruises: No bruising
- Height: 4-8 cm
- Cap Diameter: 2-4 cm
- Nutrient gathering: Saprophytic
Toxic
Moderate ToxicityMycena pura is considered mildly poisonous and can cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested.
Toxin Type: MuscarineReaction Type: Gastrointestinal irritation
Quick Check
- Odor: Radish-like or spermatic
- Fruiting: Solitary or in small groups
- Substrate: Leaf litter in woodlands
Where to Find
Europe
Common throughout Europe.
North America
Found in North American woodlands.
Finding Tips
Look in Leaf Litter
Search among fallen leaves in both deciduous and coniferous forests.
Check for Lilac Color
The distinctive lilac color is a key identifier, but be aware of variations.
Similar Species
Mycena rosea
a poisonous look-alike
Also known as: Rosy Bonnet
Scientific Classification
- Phylum
- Basidiomycota
- Class
- Agaricomycetes
- Order
- Agaricales
- Family
- Mycenaceae
- Genus
- Mycena
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