Source-reviewed species profile
Velvet shank Flammulina velutipes
Yellow-orange sticky cap and a dark velvety stem base. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Learning content – not identification
Images, text and app suggestions cannot confirm a species or food safety.
Field features
- Yellow-orange sticky cap and a dark velvety stem base.
Habitat and search guidance
Dead or weakened deciduous wood, stumps and trunks.
Season
Late autumn to spring, including mild winter periods.
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.