A rare species first recorded in Britain by Peter Orton in 1957. It is one of only two species with arthroconidia. The very small spore size separates it from C. jasonis. Known as a winter fruiter; the two collections here support that. The wrinkled cap, which gives the impression of being dry, is typical. Colour range is from ochre to dull reddish tones

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