Leucoprinus birnbaumii
(Yellow Houseplant Mushroom, Flower Pot Parasol)
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FAMILY |
Agaricaceae |
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Species |
Leucoprinus birnbaumii |
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Common names |
Yellow Houseplant Mushroom, Flower Pot Parasol |
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Colour |
Cap pale yellow to bright yellow |
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Habitat |
Often in flower pots and mulch |
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Description |
A worldwide fungus which has taken a liking to flower pot, usually clustered. Cap pale yellow to bright yellow with a distinct protuberance or umbo on top. Initially bell-shaped and then flattening out before collapsing, 3-6 cm diameter, gills free, pale yellow, spores white. The stipe or stalk is slender but bulbous at base. |