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Mycena sticky (sticky) represents the Mycenae family, widespread in Europe. Another name for the fungus is Mycena viscosa (Secr.) Maire. This is a saprotrophic inedible species, some parts of the fruiting bodies are bioluminescent, capable of glowing in the dark.
What do sticky mycenae look like?
Due to their bright color, these mushrooms stand out from other species, despite their small size.
The bell-shaped cap becomes more prostrate as the fruiting body grows. In its center you can see a small tubercle.
In older specimens, the edges of the cap have an uneven and ribbed shape with a diameter of 2 to 4 cm.
The smooth surface of the mycena is covered with a thin layer of mucous substance. Unripe specimens are colored light brown or gray-brown. A yellowish tint and reddish spots appear on the surface of adult fruiting bodies.
Thin and narrow plates of the fungus tend to grow together with each other.
The yellowish, rounded stalk is rather stiff, reaching 4 to 6 cm in height and 0,2 cm in diameter.
The surface of the lower part of the fungus is also smooth, with slight pubescence at the base. Under normal conditions, sticky mycena has a rich lemon color, but when pressed, a red tint appears. The yellow flesh is particularly firm. In the cap area, it is especially thin and brittle, grayish in color. She has a strong odor. Fruit body spores are white.
Where do sticky mycenae grow?
Mushrooms of this species grow both singly and in small groups. The time of active fruiting begins in the third decade of August, when single specimens can be seen. The mass appearance of mushrooms begins in early September and lasts until the end of October.
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Most often, this species is found on the territory of Primorye, in the European regions of Our Country and other regions of the country.
Often, the mushroom can be found in a coniferous spruce forest, near rotten stumps, tree roots, as well as on a bed of needles and leaves. It is easy to distinguish it by color and small size.
Is it possible to eat sticky mycenae
The species belongs to the inedible group. Fruiting bodies are distinguished by an unpleasant odor, which intensifies after heat treatment. Mushrooms of this species are not poisonous, but are unsuitable for food due to an unpleasant aroma and taste.
Conclusion
Mycena sticky is an inedible mushroom that grows in spruce coniferous forests in Primorye. The fruiting period is in August and September. The species grows both singly and in small colonies. There are no hazardous substances in the composition of the fruiting bodies, however, due to the low gastronomic characteristics, this variety is not used for culinary purposes.