Tuesday, 14 February 2012

The Miller

Facts
Common Name: 
The Miller
Scientific Name: 
Clitopilus prunulus
Cap Diameter (mm): 
30-80mm
Stem Height (mm): 
20-50mm
Information
Description: 

 This fungus is very variable in shape, the white to greyish cap can be domed to flattish, or even funnel shaped and fruits from Summer to late Autumn.

Distribution: 

Common to very common

Habitat: 

Found in woodland, gardens and parks in both coniferous and broadleaf woodland.

Cap: 

When mature, the cap may become depressed in the centre, it often has a wavy edge and has a greyish-white frosted, suede like surface.

Flesh: 

This fungus has a floury smell and a mealy taste.

Gills: 

The gills, which are white but turn pink when mature, are thin, crowded and decurrent.

Spores: 

Pink

Stem: 

The stem is short, and is the same colour as the cap with a pruinose covering and a cottony base. Strong smelling.

Additional Notes: 

Edible when cooked.