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Yellow-plated collibia is an edible species of the mushroom kingdom.But very often mushroom pickers ignore this species, implying that it is a poisonous variety. During mushroom hunting, in order not to accidentally collect false doubles, you need to study the characteristic features of the variety and look at the photos.
What does yellow-plated collibia look like?
In order not to collect poisonous specimens and thereby protect yourself and your loved ones, you need to know what Gymnopus yellowplate looks like. Knowing the varietal characteristics, place and time of growth, you can return home with a basket full of delicious mushroom harvest.
Description of the cap
The hat of this variety is small, with a diameter of up to 60 mm. In young specimens it has a convex shape, and with age it becomes flat-spread with wavy edges. The matte skin is dark red or burgundy with a thin pale stripe along the edge.
The surface is smooth, after rain it becomes covered with mucus. The hat quickly absorbs moisture, so in rainy weather it swells and takes on a dark color.
On the lower part there are numerous adherent or loose snow-white plates, which become creamy or dark yellow in color with age.
Description of the leg
The leg of Hypnopus yellowplate is small, reaching a height of up to 8 cm and a thickness of 5 mm. The shape is curved, cylindrical, occasionally expanding towards the bottom. The surface is smooth, light brown or pale yellow.
Is the mushroom edible or not?
Yellow-plated collibia is an edible species. Despite the lack of aroma and pronounced taste, this species, when fried, stewed or canned, is no different in taste from its noble counterparts.
Where and how does it grow
Yellow-plated collibia grows singly and in small groups in coniferous and deciduous forests, in shaded areas with fallen leaves, pine needles, and wood dust. Fruiting occurs from May to October.
Doubles and their differences
This forest dweller has edible and conditionally edible brothers.
Collibia water-loving is a non-poisonous mushroom that can be recognized by the following characteristics:
- light color;
- cylindrical shape of the leg;
- the lower part is surrounded by dark yellow and pink mushroom threads.
Gymnopus oak-loving - a similar species that differs from its counterpart in a lighter color. The pulp is dense, without a pronounced forest aroma, but when fried, stewed and canned, the mushroom reveals an unforgettable taste.
Alpine collibia - an edible mushroom, very similar to its counterpart in color and stem structure. They can only be recognized through a microscope, since this variety has colorless and larger spores.
Wood-loving collibia – in a conditionally edible species, the color of the cap is lighter, and there is no pale stripe along the edge. Since the forest-loving hypnopus belongs to the 3rd group of edibility, before cooking the harvest must be thoroughly washed, soaked for several hours and boiled.
Conclusion
Yellow-plated collibia is an edible mushroom that can be found in coniferous and deciduous forests. This species does not have false doubles, so it is impossible to make a mistake when collecting. Despite the lack of aroma and characteristic mushroom taste, the harvested crop is suitable for frying, stewing and preparing preserves for the winter.
