On dead bay tree trunk
Found under eucalyptus. Solitary specimens and clusters. Cypress on property, approx 100’ or more. No KOH reaction.
Growing under Jacaranda and Pink Pepper Tree in thick leaf litter. Hollow stem, scaly stalk, vulva, brown spores.
Found in soft sandy silty soil under giant cypress. Wet picture helps to show scales on cap and differentiate from similar red stainers. Cap stained orange red when washed and rubbed. Date is accurate!!