Mycena is a genus of about 500 species of fungi. Rarely more than a few centimeters in width, the mushrooms are characterized by a small conical or bell-shaped cap and a thin fragile stem.

This is a list of the fungus species in the genus Mycena. Many are plant pathogens. As of 1 September 2023, the GBIF lists up to 1,431 species, [1] while Species Fungorum lists about …

Some of the most beautiful and elegant mushrooms on earth, in my opinion, are included among the "mycenoid" species--those that used to belong in the Friesian genus " Mycena." Most of …

One of the most beautiful species of Mycena, this widely distributed mushroom is found decomposing forest litter under conifers (and occasionally under hardwoods) across North …

Mycena haematopus, commonly known as the bleeding fairy helmet, the burgundydrop bonnet, or the bleeding Mycena, is a species of fungus in the family Mycenaceae, of the order Agaricales.

Jul 2, 2024 · Orange mycena, scientifically known as Mycena leaiana, is a hard-to-miss fungus. Its almost neon orange cap and gills and often large clumping growth make it one of the most …

Oct 23, 2023 · Biologists have long known mushrooms of the genus Mycena, commonly known as bonnet mushrooms, as fungi that live off of dead trees and plants. New research from the …

Learn to identify the striking Orange Mycena (Mycena leaiana), a vibrant hardwood-dwelling mushroom with sticky caps and bright orange gills. Discover its habitat, unique characteristics, …

Mycena vulgaris is a small-sized mushroom belonging to the Mycena family. Young mushrooms have a convex shape and transparent color, stripes are visible on their surface, have a gray …

Mycena arcangeliana, Angel's Bonnet mushroom: identification pictures (images), habitat, edible or poisonous; taxonomy, etymology, synonyms, similar species