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Deep-root Mushroom (Hymenopellis radicata) — mushroom identification photo

Deep-root Mushroom

Hymenopellis radicata

— Non-Edible
Do not eat — not considered edible; may be used medicinally or for study only
Cap color
white,cream,pale tan
Cap size
2–5 cm
Gill color
white
Gill attachment
adnate
Stem
long slender 6–20 cm, rooting into buried wood
Texture
smooth, silky
Habitat
buried dead wood, hardwood roots
Fruiting season
June–October
Peak season
Summer–Fall (June–October)

Key Identification Features

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Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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