About Melanoleuca cognata (Fr.) Konrad & Maubl.
Melanoleuca cognata, commonly known as the spring cavalier, is a species of agaric fungus. This mushroom is fairly tall compared to other species in its genus. Its cap measures 5–13 centimetres (2–5 in) wide, has a semi-viscid texture, and ranges in color from orange to red-brown, lightening as the mushroom ages. The gills are ochre-colored and typically notched. The stipe is 6–12 cm (2+1⁄4–4+3⁄4 in) long and grows up to 2 cm thick. The odour of the mushroom is mild to sweetish, and it produces a creamy spore print. This species can be hard to identify without examining its microscopic features. Melanoleuca cognata grows in forests, meadows, and parks in Europe and North America, and it is edible.
