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Verpa bohemica, commonly known as the early morel or wrinkled thimble-cap, is a species of fungus in the family Morchellaceae. Although it is edible, it is not recommended for consumption due to the risk of poisoning. It has a cap that is yellow-brown in color and a stem that is white to pale yellow. It is found in North America and Europe, fruiting in early spring in woodlands.
How to Identify
- Cap
- The cap is yellow-brown in color and has a wrinkled or ridged appearance.
- Gills
- No gills, ridges present.
- Stem
- The stem is white to pale yellow and is smooth.
- Flesh
- The flesh is thin and brittle.
- Fruiting body
- The fruiting body consists of a cap and a stem.
- Habitat
- Found in woodlands, fruiting in early spring.
Key Facts
- Cap surfaces: Wrinkled or ridged
- Growth Form: Solitary or scattered
- Spore Print: Yellowish
- Body color: Yellow-brown cap, white to pale yellow stem
- Odor: Indistinct
- Flesh bruises: No bruising
- Height: 5-15 cm
- Cap Diameter: 2-4 cm
- Nutrient gathering: Saprophytic
Toxic
Mild ToxicityVerpa bohemica contains monomethyl hydrazine, which can cause gastrointestinal distress and neurological symptoms. It is not recommended for consumption.
Quick Check
- Odor: Indistinct
- Fruiting: Early spring
- Substrate: Woodlands
Where to Find
North America and Europe
Verpa bohemica is commonly found in North America and Europe.
Woodlands
This mushroom fruits in early spring in woodlands.
Finding Tips
Early Spring
Look for Verpa bohemica in early spring.
Woodlands
Search for this mushroom in woodlands.
Similar Species
Morchella esculenta
Edible mushroom
Also known as: Common Morel
Scientific Classification
- Phylum
- Ascomycota
- Class
- Ascomycetes
- Order
- Pezizales
- Family
- Morchellaceae
- Genus
- Verpa
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