Records of Cuphophyllus pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap) : | ||||
1: Cuphophyllus pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap) | ||||
29 Oct 1978 | OSGR: SU83 | 51° 10’ N, 0° 50’ W | Vice County: Surrey (VC 17) | England |
in horse-grazed pasture | ||||
2: Cuphophyllus pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap) | ||||
27 Dec 1971 | OSGR: TQ21 | 50° 50’ N, 0° 10’ W | Vice County: East Sussex (VC 14) | England |
In grass | ||||
Cuphophyllus pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap) may be included in identification literature listed under the following higher taxa:
NBN (data.nbn.org.uk) has a distribution map for Cuphophyllus pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap) |
BioInfo (www.bioinfo.org.uk) has 4 host/parasite/foodplant and/or other relationships for Cuphophyllus pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap) |
The Meadow Waxcap is a distinctive large orange species with strongly decurrent gills. It is widespread and common in unimproved grassland, especially on Chalk where it can persist in scrub woodland. It is widely collected for the table.
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