Source-reviewed species profile
Deceiver Laccaria laccata
Small orange-brown mushroom with thick distant gills and a highly variable cap. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Learning content – not identification
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Field features
- Small orange-brown mushroom with thick distant gills and a highly variable cap.
Habitat and search guidance
Deciduous and coniferous woodland, parks and edges.
Season
Summer and autumn.
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.