About Mycena clarkeana Grgur.
Mycena clarkeana Grgur. is a saprotrophic fungus that most commonly grows on dead logs. Its pileus (cap) is ovate in shape, and measures between 5 millimeters and 3 centimeters in diameter, with size varying based on the organism's maturity. The pileus ranges from dark to light pink with purple hues, and is hygrophanous. The stipe (stem) is long, thin, and often translucent. It typically grows 1-4 centimeters long and 2-5 millimeters in diameter, and attaches centrally to the pileus. The gills located under the pileus are small, slimy, and tightly packed together. This species produces a white spore print. Mycena clarkeana inhabits forests across Australia, and both the North Island and South Island of New Zealand. As a saprotrophic species, it is most commonly found growing on dead organic matter like dead trees.
