Conocybe arrhenii (Pholiotina arrhenii) on roadside near Dibuny, north-west from Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 14, 2017
Unnamed Road, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197758Synonyms: Agaricus arrhenii, Agaricus mesodactylius, Pholiota arrhenii, Pholiota togularis, Pholiotina arrhenii.
Common name: ringed conecap.
Russian name: Konotsibe raygrassovyy.
Conocybe arrhenii is a small to medium-sized agaric fungus that grows in fields, meadows, and other grassy areas. In St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, it has been found in urban parks and lawns, typically fruiting from June to September. In north-western Russia, it is widely distributed and can be found in various habitats, including coastal meadows and sandy soils. The fungus is characterized by its conical to bell-shaped cap, which is 1-3 cm in diameter, and its slender stem, which is 2-5 cm tall. The cap is often reddish-brown to brown, while the gills are pale yellow to buff-colored. Conocybe arrhenii is considered a rare species in some parts of north-western Russia, but it can be locally common in suitable habitats.
Conocybe arrhenii (Pholiotina arrhenii) on roadside near Dibuny, north-west from Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 14, 2017Unnamed Road, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197758
Close up of Conocybe arrhenii (Pholiotina arrhenii) on roadside near Dibuny, north-west from Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 14, 2017Unnamed Road, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197758Observations of Conocybe arrhenii in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal its presence in specific environments. On June 14, 2017, the fungus was found on a roadside near Dibuny, northwest from Saint Petersburg, Russia. The species was observed growing in this area, suggesting it can thrive in disturbed or human-influenced habitats. A close-up examination of the specimen revealed its characteristic features, providing insight into the morphology of Conocybe arrhenii in this region. The fungus's appearance and growth habits were noted, contributing to a better understanding of its ecology and distribution in north-western Russia. These findings highlight the importance of continued observation and study of fungal species in various environments to expand knowledge of their habitats and characteristics. Further research can build upon these observations to explore the full range of Conocybe arrhenii's ecological roles.
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