| Records of Hygrocybe pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap) : | ||||
| 1: Hygrocybe 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 | ||||
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| 2: Hygrocybe 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 | ||||
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Hygrocybe 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 Hygrocybe pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap)
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 BioInfo (www.bioinfo.org.uk)
has 3 host/parasite/foodplant and/or other relationships for Hygrocybe pratensis var pratensis (Meadow Waxcap)
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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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