Powder-cap mushrooms (Cystoderma carcharias) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 1, 2016
ul. Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022Synonyms: Agaricus carcharias, Agaricus granulosus, Lepiota carcharias, Lepiota granulosa, Mastocephalus carcharias.
Common name: pearly powdercap.
Russian names: Tsistoderma shelushistaya, Tsistoderma pakhuchaya, Zontik shelushistyy, Tsistoderma akulya.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Cystoderma carcharias, is a species of agaric in the fungal family Agaricaceae. It has a widespread distribution, and has been collected in coniferous forests and grasslands in Asia, Europe, North America, and the subantarctic islands. In the field, fruit bodies are characterized by a pink cap up to 6 cm (2.4 in) broad, a well-developed ring on the stem, and an unpleasant odour.
Cystoderma carcharias is a small to medium-sized fungus with a yellowish-brown to reddish-brown cap and white gills. In St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, it typically grows in coniferous forests, especially under pine and spruce trees. In north-western Russia, it has been found in similar habitats, often fruiting from late summer to early autumn. The fungus is relatively common in the region, with records from various nature reserves and forests, including the Karelian Isthmus and the Valdai Hills.
Powder-cap mushrooms (Cystoderma carcharias) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 1, 2016ul. Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Powder-cap mushrooms (Cystoderma carcharias) taken from Pavlovsk Park, near Saint Petersburg. Russia, November 1, 2016Observations in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal that Cystoderma carcharias, also known as powder-cap mushrooms, can be found in various locations. In the Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute, Saint Petersburg, they were displayed on a mushroom show on October 1, 2016. Additionally, specimens were collected from Pavlovsk Park, near Saint Petersburg, on November 1, 2016. These findings indicate that Cystoderma carcharias is present in the region and can be found in parks and gardens. The species appears to thrive in these areas, suggesting a suitable habitat for its growth. The observations provide insight into the distribution and habitat preferences of Cystoderma carcharias in north-western Russia, highlighting its presence in urban and semi-natural environments. Further study could explore the ecological requirements and behavior of this fungus in the region.
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