Armillaria mellea - Honey Fungus

Golden-capped mushrooms (in clusters) with white gills which are decurrent down to a pale yellow ring. Stipe is white with yellow flocculence. Spore print is white. Armillaria mellea is a plant pathogen that causes root rot in multiple plants. This is a highly sought after edible--but many individuals present with intolerance to this species.

Habitat:
Growing in clusters along the base of a dense mixed hardwood ridge.