Fairy ring mushroom
Marasmius oreades
The fairy ring mushroom is a small, pale tan mushroom that grows in rings or arcs on lawns. It has widely spaced gills and a tough, bendy stem. It can be confused with poisonous white funnel mushrooms that have crowded gills.
Where it's found
Grassy areas such as lawns, meadows and coastal dunes, in clusters, arcs or rings.
Distribution
Native to North America and Europe; may appear year-round in warmer climates.
Similar species
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