Pinkish-orange Pholiota
Formerly conisdered a Pholiota, this species in the Strophariaceae family is now placed in the genus Pyrrhulomyces. Caps are pinkish orange and in this photo show a more intense reddish tint than usual. They are quite striking when encountered growing in groups, singly or clustered on conifer logs or snags. The caps are small, usually in the 2.5-5 cm range (1-2 inches). They have yellow stipes that are cylindrical and usually curved or bent. Stipes may be scantly scaly with concolorous scales. Gills are whitish or creamy. The flesh of the fungus blackens on injury or with age. The spore print is reddish brown. They are without a distinct odor and are inedible.