Hymenoscyphus imberbis
Hymenoscyphus imberbis
Description
Small fruitbodies (c. 2mm) white stalked discs, becoming depressed in the centre as they mature. The short, tapering stalks are downy towards the base. Damaged fruitbodies become pinkish around the damaged areas.
Recording advice
Photograph on host plant; note substrate and associated plant species. We recommend that this is identifed by an expert, from a specimen, before submission to NatureSpot
Habitat
wet rotting wood, often beside watercourse or submerged. Hosts include oak, alder, ash.
When to see it
Fruiting from spring to early winter.
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