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Yellowleg Bonnet
Mycena epipterygia
Also known as: Yellowleg Bonnet
Botanical Overview
Mycena epipterygia is a species of fungi in the family Mycenaceae of mushrooms commonly found in Europe. It is commonly known as yellowleg bonnet. The species is saprotrophic and its appearance is quite variable. For example, a number of members of the genus Mycena, some parts of the fungus are bioluminescent, including in this species, the mycelium. Mycena nivicola has been suggested as a separate species name for the Western variety.
Classification
Scientific Taxonomy
Kingdom Fungi
Phylum Basidiomycota
Class Agaricomycetes
Order Agaricales
Family Mycenaceae
Genus Mycena
Safety Notice: Never consume any wild mushroom based exclusively on photographs or app identification. Many deadly poisonous species (such as Amanita phalloides) closely mimic edible varieties. Always verify your specimen in person with a certified expert mycologist.
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