Wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (early morel, Verpa bohemica) at Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 26, 2017
Unnamed Road, Morye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675Synonyms: Mitrophora bohemica, Morchella bispora, Morchella bohemica, Morilla speciosa, Phalloboletus bisporus, Phalloboletus bohemicus, Ptychoverpa bohemica, Verpa bispora.
Common name: wrinkled thimble-cap morel.
Russian names: Shapochka smorchkovaya, Smorchok nezhnyy, Verpa cheshskaya, Kolpachok.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Verpa bohemica is a species of fungus in the family Morchellaceae. Commonly known as the early morel (or early false morel) or the wrinkled thimble-cap, it is one of several species known informally as a "false morel". The mushroom has a pale yellow or brown thimble-shaped cap—2 to 4 cm (0.8 to 1.6 in) in diameter by 2 to 5 cm (0.8 to 2.0 in) long—that has a surface wrinkled and ribbed with brain-like convolutions. The cap hangs from the top of a lighter-colored, brittle stem that measures up to 12 cm (4.7 in) long by 1 to 2.5 cm (0.4 to 1.0 in) thick. Microscopically, the mushroom is distinguished by its large spores, typically 60–80 by 15–18 µm, and the presence of only two spores per ascus.
Verpa bohemica is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Morchellaceae. It is characterized by its bell-shaped or conical cap, typically 2-5 cm tall and 1-3 cm wide, with a wrinkled or brain-like appearance. The stem is hollow, white or cream-colored, and often equal in length to the cap. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, Verpa bohemica has been found growing in moist environments, such as river valleys, forests, and meadows, typically in association with deciduous trees like birch, alder, or willow. Fruiting bodies usually appear in early spring, from April to May.
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (early morel, Verpa bohemica) at Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 26, 2017Unnamed Road, Morye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (Verpa bohemica) at Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 26, 2017Unnamed Road, Morye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (early morel, Verpa bohemica) at Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 26, 2017Unnamed Road, Morye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (early morel, Verpa bohemica) in aspen forest at Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 26, 2017Unnamed Road, Morye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675
Close up of wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (early morel, Verpa bohemica) at Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 26, 2017
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (early morel, Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Masses of wrinkled thimble-cap morel mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (morels, Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Close up of wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Large number of wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (morels, Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Texture of wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (Verpa bohemica)(?) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (morels, Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Close up of wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (morels, Verpa bohemica) on mushroom show in Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 27, 2017ulitsa Professora Popova, 2к1, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197022
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (Verpa bohemica) under aspen trees on east side of sandpit near Kuzmolovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 8, 2019Unnamed Road, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) and Sarcoscypha austriaca on east side of sandpit near Kuzmolovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 8, 2019Unnamed Road, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664
Group of wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) on east side of sandpit near Kuzmolovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 8, 2019Unnamed Road, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664
Group of wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) with Sarcoscypha austriaca on east side of sandpit near Kuzmolovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 8, 2019Unnamed Road, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664
Wrinkled cap of a mushroom Verpa bohemica on east side of sandpit near Kuzmolovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 8, 2019Unnamed Road, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664
Close up of wrinkled thimble-cap mushroom (Verpa bohemica) on east side of sandpit near Kuzmolovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 8, 2019Unnamed Road, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188664
Texture of wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) on east side of sandpit near Kuzmolovo, north from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 8, 2019
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) in a wet aspen forest at Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos near Ladoga Lake, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 14, 2019Unnamed Road, Mor'ye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) among dry aspen leaves at Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos near Ladoga Lake, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 14, 2019Unnamed Road, Mor'ye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675
Wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) with long stems near Road 41K-064 south from Mys Moryin Nos near Ladoga Lake, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 14, 2019Unnamed Road, Mor'ye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675
Long-stemmed wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms (Verpa bohemica) south from Mys Moryin Nos near Ladoga Lake, east from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 14, 2019Unnamed Road, Mor'ye, Leningradskaya oblast', Russia, 188675The fungus Verpa bohemica was observed in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia on multiple occasions. In 2017, it was found near Mys Moryin Nos, east of Saint Petersburg, and displayed at the Botanic Gardens of Komarov Botanical Institute. The observations continued in 2019, with sightings near Kuzmolovo, north of Saint Petersburg, and near Ladoga Lake, east of the city. The fungus was typically found in aspen forests, often among dry leaves or in wet areas. Some observations noted the presence of other species, such as Sarcoscypha austriaca. The wrinkled thimble-cap mushrooms were described in various forms, including close-ups and group shots, showcasing their unique texture and appearance. Overall, these observations provide a record of the fungus's presence in the region over two years.
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