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Lumpy flake is a hat-legged, inedible species from the Strophariaceae family. The species acquired its name for the scaly surface and the origin on dry wood in the form of small tubercles. The variety is rare, found among coniferous and deciduous trees.
What does tuberculate squamous look like
Tuberous scaly is a rare representative of the mushroom kingdom. This variety belongs to the lamellar species of the genus Foliot. Acquaintance with him must begin with external characteristics.
Cap Description
The hat is small, up to 5 cm in size. The fibrous, bell-shaped dry upper layer is colored yellow-brown and covered with small scales. With age, the cap straightens a little and acquires a slightly convex shape, the edges rise and sometimes break. The flesh is thin and tough. In older specimens, a burning-sharp taste prevails.
The bottom is covered with wide plates, partially adherent to the base of the leg. In young specimens, they are painted in a light canary color, in old specimens they are orange-brown.
Description of the leg
The long, thin stem has a fibrous structure. The felt skin is covered with numerous flaky brown-yellow scales. Reproduction occurs by microscopic spores, which are located in the coffee spore powder.
Is the mushroom edible or not?
Due to its rigidity, the mushroom is not particularly valued and is considered conditionally edible. But since the pulp does not contain poison and toxic substances, the young growth after boiling is very tasty in fried and pickled form.
Where and how to grow
The species grows in sunny glades, on stumps and trunks of dying deciduous trees. This representative is common in regions with a temperate climate, it can be found in Karelia, the Far East and Siberia. Active fruiting begins in mid-August and lasts until the end of September.
Twins and their differences
The tuberculate scaly has no poisonous twins. But it is often confused with luminous flake.
This specimen has a small orange-brown or golden cap. The surface is covered with dark scales, which crumble with age or are washed away by rain. In rainy weather, it becomes slippery and slimy.
Conclusion
Tuberous scaly is a rare representative of the Strophariaceae family. The species is considered inedible, but the flesh does not contain poisons or toxins that can cause food poisoning. During mushroom hunting, flake lovers need to know the varietal characteristics, place and time of growth.
