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Lumpy scaly - cap-toothed, inedible species from the Strophariev family. The species acquired its name for its scaly surface and origin on dry wood in the form of small tubercles. The variety is rare, found among coniferous and deciduous trees.
What does lumpy scaly look like?
Lumpy scales are a rare representative of the mushroom kingdom. This variety belongs to the lamellar species of the genus Foliota. Acquaintance with him must begin with external characteristics.
Description of the hat
The hat is small, up to 5 cm in size. The fibrous, bell-shaped dry top layer is colored yellow-brown and covered with small scales. With age, the cap straightens a little and takes on a slightly convex shape, the edges rise and sometimes break. The flesh is thin and tough. Older specimens have a pungent and pungent taste.
The bottom is covered with wide plates, partially adhered to the base of the stem. In young specimens, they are colored in a light canary color, in old ones - in orange-brown.
Leg description
The long, thin stem has a fibrous structure. The felt skin is covered with numerous flaky brownish-yellow scales. Reproduction occurs by microscopic spores that are located in the coffee spore powder.
Is the mushroom edible or not
Due to its hardness, the mushroom is not particularly appreciated and is considered conditionally edible. But since the pulp does not contain poison and toxic substances, the young after boiling are very tasty fried and pickled.
Where and how it grows
The species grows in sunny glades, on stumps and trunks of deciduous trees. This representative is common in regions with a temperate climate; it can be found in Karelia, the Far East and Siberia. Active fruiting begins in mid-August and lasts until the end of September.
Doubles and their differences
The lumpy scale has no poisonous twins. But it is often confused with luminous flake.
This specimen has a small orange-brown or golden hat. The surface is covered with dark scales, which crumble with age or are washed off by rain. In rainy weather, it becomes slippery and slimy.
Conclusion
Lumpy scales are a rare representative of the Strophariev family. The species is considered inedible, but the pulp does not contain poisons and toxins that can cause food poisoning. During mushroom hunting, lovers of flake need to know the varietal characteristics, place and time of growth.
