Phyllotopsis nidulans – Mock Oyster
The mock oyster (Phyllotopsis nidulans) is an inedible mushroom that could be confused for edible oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus spp.). It can be found growing on decaying hardwoods and conifers from fall-spring. The mock oyster can be identified by its fuzzy, fan-shaped orange cap. The cap color fades with age. Gills are orange. The mushroom […]