Funeral bell
A species of Galerina, Also known as Autumn skullcap, Marginate pholiota Scientific name : Galerina marginata Genus : Galerina
Funeral bell, A species of Galerina
Also known as:
Autumn skullcap, Marginate pholiota
Scientific name: Galerina marginata
Genus: Galerina
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Description
The funeral bell appears around the northern hemisphere in woody debris as well as on the stumps and logs of hardwoods and conifers. The mushroom is highly toxic and is responsible for at least one recorded death due to its similarity to desirable species.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
White
Orange
Habitat
The funeral bell mushroom grows in forests of all types. It forms large groupings that feed on fallen deadwood, stumps, and wood chips.
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General Info
Toxicity
Funeral bell is commonly found in damp, rotting wood during fall to early winter. If ingested, early symptoms may include nausea, cramps, and dizziness, leading potentially to liver damage and heart failure in later stages. Distinguishable by its brown cap and stem, and gill-pattern underneath, it is highly recommended to avoid consumption.
Habitat
The funeral bell mushroom grows in forests of all types. It forms large groupings that feed on fallen deadwood, stumps, and wood chips.
Growth Form
Clustered
Sporocarp Height
3 inches
Cap Diameter
1.5 inches
Endangered Species
No
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Odor slightly mealy
Spore Print
Rusty brown
Species Status
Widely distributed and common in North America
Distribution Area
North America,Europe,northern Asia
How to identify it?
Similar Species
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Hymenogastraceae Genus
Galerina Species
Funeral bell 
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