About Calocybe carnea (Bull.) Donk
The cap of Calocybe carnea measures 1.5–4 cm (0.59–1.57 in) in diameter. It is typically pale pink, but may be darker, more pink, or more red, and usually fades in color as it ages. When young, the cap has a convex shape that flattens as it matures, and often develops a wavy form. The cap surface is smooth and dry. The stem grows up to 4 cm (1.5 in) tall, matches the cap's color, and is either smooth or finely fibrillose. It often narrows toward the base and is frequently misshapen. The gills are adnexed to almost free, sometimes notched, and are white; this white color is also reflected in the spore print they produce. When young, the gills are spaced quite closely together. The flesh is thin and whitish, with very faint odour and flavour. Calocybe carnea produces fruiting bodies in spring, summer, and early autumn, usually appearing after rain. It is a common species found in Britain, Europe, Asia, and North America, where it grows in grassy meadows, fields, and on lawns. It occurs very rarely in wooded areas, only growing there if a grassy clearing is present. It tolerates common agricultural practices, as its fruiting bodies often appear on fertilized farmland.
