Gymnopilus terrestris explained

Gymnopilus terrestris is a species of agaric fungus in the family Hymenogastraceae.

Description

The cap is 3to in diameter.^[1] The species is inedible.^[2]

Distribution and habitat

Gymnopilus terrestris grows on soil and humus, under conifers. It has been found in the US states of Michigan, Colorado, Idaho, Washington, and Oregon, fruiting from June to October.^[1]

See also

• List of Gymnopilus species

Notes and References

1. Book: Hesler LR. . North American Species of Gymnopilus (Mycologia Memoir Series: No 3) . Lubrecht & Cramer Ltd . Knoxville, Tennessee . 1969 . 34–35 . 0-945345-39-9.
2. Book: Phillips, Roger . Mushrooms and Other Fungi of North America . 2010 . Firefly Books . Buffalo, NY . 978-1-55407-651-2 . 196.