Shaggy Scalycap
Taken at Hogganfield Loch on 12th October 2023 using Panasonic Lumix TZ70  in macro mode.
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Taken at Dalzell Estate on 8th November 2022  using Panasonic Lumix TZ70  in macro mode.
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Shaggy Scalycap.
Species:
Order:
Family:
A.K.A. 		Pholiota squarrosa.
Agaricales.
Strophariaceae
Habitat:
Cap Diameter:
Stem:
Season:
Edibility:
 		At the bases of old trees and stumps of fallen, mainly, broadleaf trees.
4 - 12 cms.
7 - 15 mm diameter, 6 - 15 cms tall.
August - November.
Inedible.

When picking any fungus for consumption, caution should be exercised at all times.