Loose kernel smut

Sporisorium cruentum (J.G.Kühn) Vánky

Also called: Sorghum loose kernel smut

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 Loose kernel smut by month
MonthRecords
January4
February0
March15
April22
May39
June47
July29
August70
September36
October28
November7
December2

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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  • Georgia1 records
  • Colorado1 records
  • Virginia1 records

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About

Sporisorium cruentum is a plant pathogen infecting sorghum, known as Loose kernel smut.

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