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Purple Jelly Disc (Ascocoryne sarcoides) — mushroom identification photo

Purple Jelly Disc

Ascocoryne sarcoides

— Non-Edible
Do not eat — not considered edible; may be used medicinally or for study only
Habitat
Stumps and fallen logs of dead hardwoods, especially beech
Fruiting season
Autumn to Early Winter
Peak season
Autumn to Early Winter

Key Identification Features

Inedible: This species is not considered edible. It may be unpalatable, too tough, or otherwise unsuitable for consumption — but it is not known to be dangerously toxic. Do not eat it.

Regions Found

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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