Jack-o'-lantern Mushroom

Scientific Name: Omphalotus olearius

Plant Family: Omphalotaceae (Fungus family)

Native Region: Europe and North America

Jack-o'-lantern Mushroom

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