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Straw-yellow floccularia belongs to the category of little-known mushrooms of the Champignon family and has the official name - Floccularia straminea. The species is on the verge of extinction as a result of fires, grazing and deforestation. Therefore, in many countries they are trying to grow it under artificial conditions.
What does straw yellow floccularia look like?
Straw-yellow floccularia is characterized by an unusual shade, which makes it noticeably stand out from other mushrooms. It has a small size, a pleasant mushroom smell and a sweetish taste.
Description of the cap
In young specimens the cap has a convex, rounded shape. But as it matures, it becomes bell-shaped, prostrate, and sometimes flat. Its diameter ranges from 4-18 cm. Close-fitting large fringed scales are clearly visible on the surface. Initially the color is bright yellow, but gradually it fades and becomes straw-colored.
The fruit body has a fleshy, dense consistency. The upper shell is dry, matte. On the back side of the cap there are plates that fit tightly together. Initially they are light, and then become yellow.
Description of the leg
At the break, the flesh is dense, uniformly white. The length of the leg varies between 8-12 cm, and the thickness is 2.5 cm. At the top, under the cap, the surface is smooth and light. Below at the base there are shaggy areas on which yellow blankets of a soft consistency are clearly visible. Some specimens have a flimsy ring.
Is the mushroom edible or not?
This mushroom is edible, but its nutritional value is very low due to its small size.
Where and how does it grow
Straw-yellow floccularia prefers to grow in coniferous and mixed forests, under aspen trees and in spruce forests. It can also be found in the steppes. Grows singly and in groups.
Distribution zones in Russia:
- Altai Republic.
- West Siberian region.
- Far East.
- European part.
In addition, this mushroom grows in the countries of Central and Southern Europe.
Doubles and their differences
One of the twins of the straw-yellow floccularia is the edible floccularia Riken, which also belongs to the Champignon family.It grows mostly in the Rostov region. The main difference between the species is the external color. The double's is cream-colored. Otherwise the mushrooms are very similar.
Floccularia straw-yellow is also similar in appearance to Psatirella cottonata, which should not be eaten. It is characterized by a brown scaly cap and a slimmer fruiting body. The plates on the reverse side are brown in color. Place of growth - wood of deciduous trees.
Conclusion
Floccularia straw yellow is a rare specimen that is of great interest to specialists. Its collection is not particularly valuable. And idle curiosity in this case can lead to its complete loss. Therefore, it is better to give preference to more famous and tasty varieties.
