Jack-o'-lantern Mushroom
Scientific Name: Omphalotus olearius
Plant Family: Omphalotaceae (Fungus family)
Native Region: Europe and North America

Brief Description
An orange to yellowish-brown mushroom that grows in clusters on decaying wood. It is known for its bioluminescent properties, having gills that glow faintly green in total darkness.
Care Instructions
This is a wild fungus, not a plant, and cannot be grown in a traditional garden setting. It thrives naturally on decaying hardwood stumps or buried wood. Caution: Do not consume as it is toxic.
Medicinal Value
We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.
Created At: 2026-01-08T13:04:55.016989