Mountain moss deconica

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Deconica montana

Mountain moss deconica, a reference photo
Photo: James Lindsey · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

Deconica montana, commonly known as the moss-loving deconia or mountain moss psilocybe, is a common species of mushroom. Its appearance is that of a typical "little brown mushroom" with a small, brown cap and a straight, thin stipe. It usually grows in mossy and montane regions around the world.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Mountain moss deconica being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Fungi
Phylum
Basidiomycota
Class
Agaricomycetes
Order
Agaricales
Family
Hymenogastraceae
Species
Deconica montana

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