Peters' blackthread lichen

Placynthium petersii (Nyl.) Burnham

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 Peters' blackthread lichen by month
MonthRecords
January2
February0
March6
April15
May13
June6
July2
August0
September7
October20
November1
December8

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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  • Illinois1 records
  • Ontario1 records
  • Ohio1 records

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