Oyster Rollrim
These photos nicely show the features of this uncommon but not rare pleurotoid fungus. It is found on rotting conifer wood, or conifer debris and is most likely to be encountered in wet weather in winter or early spring. The caps range up to 5 inches across, taking a fan shape as a rule. There is no stipe or a rudimentary one. The often lobed surface is non-viscid and dry to moist. The color is variable from brown to buff to brownish yellow, and lightens towards the margins. The gills are distinctive and quite wrinkled near the base. They radiate from the lateral point of attachment of the sporocarps and anastomose or fork frequently. The colors are similar to the cap, but usually with less brown toning. They may appear orangish to tan to buff to yellowish. The gills drop a yellowish brown spore print. The flesh is thin and either white or colored yellowish brown. There is no odor and the taste is mild. Similar species include Crepidotus crocophyllus which is much softer and more flexible, and Phyllotopsis nidulans which features orange colors and an awful smell. The species has been reported as toxic.