Pithya vulgaris  — Sarcoscyphaceae

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Small cup fungus. Upper surface cylindric aging to flat or somewhat convex, sometimes irregular when old; orange surface, margin slightly wrinkled. Underside margin color similar to upper surface, whiter towards base.  Stalk absent or short if present. Saprophytic.

Habitat: Solitary or groups, coniferous foliage or fallen branches.

Scent: Not distinctive

Spores: Colorless

Season: Autumn

Cup fungus
Heart O' The Forest Trail, ONP

Orange upper surface
Heart O' The Forest Trail, ONP

Solitary or groups
Heart O' The Forest Trail, ONP