Species details
Deceiver
Laccaria laccata
Traditionally edible
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Description
A small to medium pinkish-brown mushroom whose colours fade strongly; thick, widely spaced gills are especially characteristic.
Identification features
The initially convex cap often flattens and becomes centrally depressed; the stem is fibrous and similarly coloured, with a white spore print.
Identification checklist
Check the entire fruitbody for identification. A small to medium pinkish-brown mushroom whose colours fade strongly; thick, widely spaced gills are especially characteristic. The initially convex cap often flattens and becomes centrally depressed; the stem is fibrous and similarly coloured, with a white spore print. Typical habitat: In many woodland types, along paths and woodland edges, often in groups from summer to late autumn.
How to separate similar species
Compare especially with these similar species: Laccaria amethystina, Laccaria bicolor, Laccaria species. Check the entire fruitbody, spore-bearing surface, stem, texture, changes after bruising and habitat. A single feature or photograph is not enough for reliable identification.
Habitat
In many woodland types, along paths and woodland edges, often in groups from summer to late autumn.
Fruiting period
June, July, August, September, October, November
Similar species
- Amethyst deceiver (Laccaria amethystina)
- Laccaria bicolor
- Laccaria species