Methuselah's Beard Lichen

Dolichousnea longissima (Ach.) Articus

Edibility

Edibility unknown — do not eat

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Lookalikes

No lookalikes are recorded for this species yet. That does not mean there are none. Many mushrooms look alike, so never rely on appearance alone.

Season

When this species has been recorded, by month, from open-licensed US and Canada observations. It shows when people report it, not a guarantee it is fruiting.

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Recorded observations of Methuselah's Beard Lichen by month
MonthRecords
January50
February48
March91
April87
May75
June246
July275
August230
September122
October77
November53
December65

Where it is found

States and provinces with the most records. Check the foraging rules for the place you plan to visit.

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  • Vermont5 records
  • Prince Edward Island4 records
  • North Carolina3 records
  • Ohio2 records
  • Pennsylvania2 records
  • Wisconsin2 records
  • Alberta1 records
  • Georgia1 records
  • Montana1 records
  • New Mexico1 records
  • Nunavut1 records

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