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Hygrocybe coccinea Scarlet hood, scarlet waxcap
The scarlet hood is a native of North America. Identification: In North America, this mushroom occurs by itself or in small groups, under redwoods, other conifers, or in mixed forests. The cap, typically less than 1½" (4 cm) across, is brilliant red, and waxy in appearance. The gills are reddish in color as well, though they may be much paler. Stalks are less than 4" (10 cm) in height, and up to ¼" (8 mm) in diameter, and red to red-orange. Creates a white spore print. Edibility: Unknown, but easily confused with Hygrocybe punicea, which is poisonous References:
Arora, David, Mushrooms Demystified, Ten Speed Press, 1986, p. 114 Barron, George, Mushrooms of Northeast North America, Lone Pine Publishing, 1999, p. 270
8/9/2023 · Tarbox Preserve, Topsham, Maine
8/9/2023 · Tarbox Preserve, Topsham, Maine
Hygrocybe coccinea description by Thomas H. Kent, last updated 6 May 2023.
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8/9/2023 · Tarbox Preserve, Topsham, Maine
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at least to some people.
ID is uncertain 
