Peziza

Peziza - Peziza sp.

Description

Disc or cup-shaped fungi, sometimes flattening and becoming irregular in shape as they mature; usually in shades of brown.  Sometimes a short stalk is present; other species are sessile.   Over 50 speceis are present in the UK, and identification to species is very difficult, involving micrscopic examination.  Spores can be smooth or ornamented.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Peziza are a difficult genus, and microscopic examination of spores is likely to be needed.to identify them.  Unless your record has been verified by an expert from a specimen please submit your record as genus Peziza.   Also photograph in habitat; note substrate.

Habitat

various; often on woody debris, woodchip, etc.

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