In southern Illinois, this summer mushroom, Urnula craterium, may be seen from late May through early September. These rubbery imitations of the fabled Black Trumpet are not edible and should be avoided. Fortunately, summer Black Trumpet hunters will not be tempted by the Devil’s Urn since this species only appears in the spring. Single or small groups of this fungus grow on twigs and logs, even though the wood is frequently buried, so they appear on the surface of the ground.

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The appearance of Urnula craterium varies from plant to plant, and under the proper circumstances, the rather durable fruiting bodies may persist for weeks. When the mushrooms are young, they have an urn-like form, but as they develop, the “mouth” of the urn widens, and older examples resemble goblets or cups more. Other names: The Urn of the Devil. the urnula of a crate Ecology Identification and Classification Spring; extensively widespread east of the Rocky Mountains; saprophytic on hardwood twigs and small logs (frequently buried).

Collections from Illinois, Virginia, and Québec are shown in the images and descriptions. When young, fruits are formed like a deep cup or an urn with an undefined stem part; as they mature, they typically expand to become goblet- or cup-shaped. An area with a high probability of fertility Smooth and bald in color, ranging from dark brown to grey to even black. Lower or outer surface free of pathogens: A brownish-gray or almost black color; scaly, rough, or bald patches; the border becoming lacerated and frayed with age; or pigments breaking up to create chevron-like or nearly reticulate patterns; sometimes finely broken with age. Pseudostem 3–6 cm high; 0.5–1.5 cm broad; tapering to the base; black; fuzzy near the base; poorly defined at the apex. White, tough flesh that does not change in color when cut.

Look-Alikes Gilella rufa, or hairy rubber cup, has a lighter chocolate brown inside and ripens from July to September (not in the spring). the urn of hell may appear like a dead man’s fingers before it opens (Xylaria polymorpha). The urnula of a crate Edibility Its rough texture causes it to be classified as inedible un field guides or as not recommended for eating. Michael Kuo describes the flavor of edible mushrooms as follows in his 2007 book: ” the devil’s urn is not as terrible as I expected it to be,” he says. It’s not tasty, but if Aunt Wanda gave it to you, you could eat it with a false grin.

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