Unidentified "Little Brown Mushroom" (LBM)
Scientific Name: Undetermined species (possibly a Psilocybe, Galerina, Conocybe, or similar genus)
Plant Family: Hymenogastraceae (likely, but could belong to another family of gilled mushrooms)
Native Region: Fungi of this general appearance (small brown mushrooms) can be found globally in various temperate and tropical regions, often in gardens, woodlands, and areas with decaying organic matter. A specific native region cannot be assigned without exact species identification.
Brief Description
The image shows a small mushroom with a light brown, somewhat translucent cap and a slender, light brown stipe (stem). It appears to be growing directly from the soil or a substrate containing wood chips and other organic matter.
Care Instructions
Mushrooms observed in gardens are typically the fruiting bodies of fungi living in the soil, often breaking down organic matter. They generally do not require 'care' in the same way plants do, as their presence indicates a healthy, active soil ecosystem. If these mushrooms are undesired, they can be removed manually. Improving drainage and reducing excess organic matter might limit their growth, but some mushrooms are beneficial for soil health.
Medicinal Value
We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.
Created At: 2025-08-30T19:33:01.426283