Hygrophorus olivaceoalbus

Hygrophorus olivaceoalbus, commonly known as the olive wax cap or sheathed waxy cap, is a species of fungus in the genus Hygrophorus. The mushrooms have olive-brown, slimy caps with dark streaks and a dark umbo; the caps measure 3 to 12 cm (1+1⁄8 to 4+3⁄4 in) in diameter. Other characteristic features include a slimy stem up to 12 cm (4+3⁄4 in) long that is spotted with ragged scales up to a ring-like zone. As its name implies, the mushroom has a waxy cap and gills. The species appearing from midsummer to late autumn under conifers in mountain forests of North America and northern Eurasia. According to a publication by the Council of Europe, the fungus is nearly extinct in France. Although it is edible, opinions are divided regarding its taste. Besides its usage as an edible mushroom, the fungus possesses antibiotic-like compounds....read more on Wikipedia.