Scutellinia umbrorum

Scutellinia umbrorum (Fr.) Lamb. Cup 0.5-l cm across, closed at first, becoming disc-shaped; inner surface bright red, outer surface appearing dark brown because of the covering of dark hairs that project from the margin, giving a fringe-like appearance. No stem. Asci up to 350 x 27µ. Spores ellipsoid, smooth at first, but becoming roughened with warts in maturity, usually containing 1 large oil drop, 12-14 x 23- 24µ. Habitat in large, dense groups on very damp soil or rotten wood. Found in Europe and widely distributed in many parts of North America. Season July-September. Not edible.