Anyone recognise this mushroom/fungus?

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  1. Floyd

    Floyd Gardener

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    Spotted this fungus today in the garden, lots of small patches.

    They are very small individual brown to dark reddish fungi that form in clusters.

    Any idea what they are and if they are a threat to the trees in my garden?

    Thanks

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  2. Floyd

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    any ideas on this mystery fungus?
     
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    I found these growing down the garden today.
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    Most fungi need a few close-ups of the gills and stem to have much chance of ID, but it might
    be Gymnopus fuscopurpureus?
     

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    • Liriodendron

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      My only useful contribution is that it isn't honey fungus, which would be bad news for your trees. But there are lots of fungi which help to break down dead organic matter, and I think that's what you have there, feasting on the woodchip. Sorry not to be more specific... perhaps there's a fungus expert on GC?
       
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      I think @Hanglow knows a fair bit about fungi, so perhaps they'll see my tag and be able to help. :smile:

      As @Liriodendron says, most fungi are harmless, and it's just that time of year when you see all sorts in gardens and surrounding areas @Floyd :smile:
       
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      Here's another one that grew overnight, and part of my foot for size comparison.
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