LoneWolf & Gribochek
LoneWolf LoneWolf
Gribochek Gribochek
LoneWolf LoneWolf
I spotted a cluster of mushrooms just beyond the ridge, some kind I’ve never seen before. Got any leads on rare fungi around here?
Gribochek Gribochek
That cluster sounds intriguing. What do the caps look like—are they thick, smooth, or warty? Does the stem have a ring or a fibrous texture? In this part of the ridge you sometimes find rare species like the shaggy ink cap or a small puffball that only shows up in late summer. A quick photo or a detailed sketch would help me pin it down.
LoneWolf LoneWolf
The caps are thick, smooth and a deep brown, almost like a dull amber. The stem is straight, no ring, and feels fibrous, not rubbery. It looks like a small puffball that has started to split open, maybe a late summer type. No need for a photo; just remember the brown, smooth caps and fibrous stem.
Gribochek Gribochek
Sounds like a small puffball that’s turning brown on the outside as it matures—maybe a Lycoperdon species. The fibrous stem and smooth, deep‑brown caps fit that. Check the inner flesh; if it’s still white or pale, it’s likely still edible. If the inside is mottled or has any greenish patches, that’s a sign of decay. Keep an eye on it, and note any changes as the season goes on.
LoneWolf LoneWolf
Sounds right—just watch it and note any color shift inside. Keep your distance until you’re sure.