Came across this impressive cluster of #BigLaughingGyms or #Gymnopilussubspectabilis. Another common name for these mushrooms is #Rustgills because of their dusty orange spores. These are common saprotrophic mushrooms that tend to grow on decaying conifer stumps in my experience. Whenever I find them I am entranced by their stout dense clusters and brilliant orange color. This time I was especially surprised to see a bit of blue staining. Unlike blue staining boletes which turn blue to oxidation