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Variable Oysterling (Crepidotus variabilis) — mushroom identification photo

Variable Oysterling

Crepidotus variabilis

— Non-Edible
Do not eat — not considered edible; may be used medicinally or for study only
Cap color
white,pale tan,cream
Cap size
1–4 cm
Gill color
white,brown
Gill attachment
decurrent to lateral
Stem
no stem, sessile on wood
Texture
thin, soft
Habitat
dead twigs and sticks
Fruiting season
April–October
Peak season
Spring–Fall (April–October)

Key Identification Features

Regions Found

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Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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