Echinoderma asperum |
Formerly known as Lepiota acutesquamosa and Lepiota aspera. Growing in September from loose, humus rich soil near a rotten log . Immature gills are protected by a fine, web-like partial veil. Brown, pointed cap scales continue onto the partial veil. |
The partial veil will break away, leaving a ring on the upper stem. Gills are free from the stem; white spore print. Lacks a bulbous base or cup-like structure (volva) as seen with Amanita mushrooms. |