Fauna
Fungus · GBIF taxon 8329645

Stubble Rosegill

Volvopluteus gloiocephalus

Also known as Big Sheath Mushroom, Rose-gilled Grisette

Stubble rosegills emerge rapidly in open, nutrient-rich habitats such as agricultural fields, compost heaps, and disturbed lawns following substantial rainfall. Young caps are viscid, pale greyish-white, and conical, gradually expanding to broad discs while the gills transition from pure white to a rich salmon pink as spores mature. A delicate, membranous volva encases the base of the tall stem, marking the rupture point of the universal veil that shielded the button stage.

SaprobicGrasslandCosmopolitan
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & prey
  • Saprobic (decomposing dead plant matter, straw, and organic debris)
Predators
  • Slugs
  • Fungus gnat larvae
  • Rodents
ThreatsExcessive fungicide applications and intensive soil tillage
HabitatsAgricultural fields, cultivated soil, lawns, gardens, and compost piles
Life spanFruiting body lasts 3–7 days; mycelial network persists indefinitely
Classification
  1. OrderAgaricales
  2. FamilyPluteaceae
  3. GenusVolvopluteus
  4. SpeciesVolvopluteus gloiocephalus
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskLow
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is low
Many edible mushrooms have toxic look-alikes; never eat wild fungi based on app identification alone.
Responsible observation
  • Inspect the Base: Gently excavate around the base of the stem to verify the presence of the cup-shaped volva.
  • Observe Spore Color: Take a spore print on white paper to confirm the distinctive salmon-pink color.
  • Field Observation: Photograph specimens in place without disturbing the surrounding soil structure.
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