Slimy spike, Glutinous Gomphidius
Gomphidius glutinosus
Family: Gomphidiaceae
What it is like
A mushroom. The cap is dark brown and sticky. The gills run down the thick stalks.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows near white spruce and other conifers.
Countries/locations it is found in
Alaska, Balkans, Bulgaria, Europe, Hungary, Mexico, North America, Scandinavia, Slovenia, Sweden, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Mushroom, fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Citrongul slemskivling, Tent stakes