Source-reviewed species profile
Meadow waxcap Cuphophyllus pratensis
Waxy yellow-orange cap and thick, strongly decurrent gills. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Where can I find meadow waxcap?
Old, unfertilised grassland, pasture and lawns.
In Mycoverse you can select Meadow waxcap and compare candidate search areas using a species-specific assessment of rainfall, estimated soil moisture, temperature, forest type, tree signals, canopy cover, terrain and season. Where source coverage is available, the assessment also uses historical species observations. Historical observations are historical data, not recent finds.
Images, text and app suggestions cannot confirm a species or food safety.
Field features
- Waxy yellow-orange cap and thick, strongly decurrent gills.
Habitat and search guidance
Old, unfertilised grassland, pasture and lawns.
Months
August–November
Safety status
Included with a food status in the Norwegian 2026 Norm List. This learning profile never confirms a finding or that it is safe to eat. Use qualified local expertise.
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: 25 August 2026.