Source-reviewed species profile
Fairy ring mushroom Marasmius oreades
Pale-brown resilient cap, distant gills and a thin very tough stem. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Where can I find fairy ring mushroom?
Lawns, pasture and other short grassland, often in rings.
In Mycoverse you can select Fairy ring mushroom 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.
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Field features
- Pale-brown resilient cap, distant gills and a thin very tough stem.
Habitat and search guidance
Lawns, pasture and other short grassland, often in rings.
Months
March–November (after rain)
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.