Common conecap mushroom (Conocybe tenera) on wood chips in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 8, 2017
Unnamed Road, Sankt-Peterburg, RussiaSynonyms: Agaricus tener, Derminus tener, Galera tenera, Galerula tenera.
Common name: common conecap.
Russian name: Konotsibe nezhnaya.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Conocybe tenera is a widely distributed member of the genus Conocybe. This mushroom is the type species for the genus Conocybe.
Conocybe tenera is a small to medium-sized agaric fungus with a bell-shaped cap, typically 1-3 cm in diameter, and a slender stem. It has a brown to grey-brown cap and a white to pale yellow stem. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, Conocybe tenera is commonly found in fields, meadows, and along roadsides, often growing in clusters or rings. It typically fruits from June to September, preferring moist, fertile soils with rich organic matter. The species is considered widespread and relatively common in the region.
Common conecap mushroom (Conocybe tenera) on wood chips in Sosnovka Park. Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 8, 2017Unnamed Road, Sankt-Peterburg, RussiaThe fungus Conocybe tenera has been observed growing on wood chips in Sosnovka Park, Saint Petersburg, Russia, specifically on June 8, 2017. This sighting indicates that the species can thrive in urban environments with abundant organic matter. In Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia, Conocybe tenera is likely to be found in areas with rich soil and decaying wood. The presence of this fungus in such regions suggests a potential for mycoremediation, where fungi help break down pollutants and recycle nutrients. Observations of Conocybe tenera in these areas provide insight into the ecological role of this species and its adaptability to different environments. Further study could reveal more about the habitat preferences and distribution of Conocybe tenera in north-western Russia. The species' ability to grow on wood chips highlights its potential for decomposition and nutrient cycling in various ecosystems.
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