Identification: What type of fungi is this?

Discussion in 'Fungi, Lichens and Slime Molds' started by shady gardener, Sep 29, 2008.

  1. shady gardener

    shady gardener Member

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    This was found recently in my backyard. What type of fungus is this?
     
    shady gardener, Sep 29, 2008
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    constantgardener Active Member 10 Years

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    you might have better luck by posting this under the Fungus and Lichen ID forum.
     
    constantgardener, Sep 30, 2008
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  3. Eric La Fountaine

    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Moved it for you.

    No idea what they are, but with that swollen stem, I wonder what and how big the caps open up to be.
     
    Eric La Fountaine, Sep 30, 2008
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    Agree with Michael's ID...be sure though, if u'r interested in eating this? That you take a spore print first. If it's a rust color it's in the Cortinarius family...and most likely toxic. These can stand as tall as 7inches with the cap not NEARLY as large as you'd think. The stem actually slims out as it grows. The spore print on these should be a light purplish/white color.
     
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