
British Isles, northern and central Europe, North America; widespread
Saprobic on decaying leaf litter under broadleaf woods (especially beech); also in acidic coniferous woodlands and spruce plantations
August through November
Muscarine
Muscarinic symptoms similar to Mycena pura but at lower intensity: sweating, salivation, nausea, GI upset. Generally milder due to low toxin concentrations.
Bioluminescent - emits a weak green light at wavelengths near 520-530 nm. No significant hallucinogenic effects reported. Cholinergic symptoms may include mild blurred vision.