Orange Waxcap

This artwork showcases the Orange Waxcap mushroom (Hygrocybe aurantiosplendens) in delicate detail against a softly muted backdrop. The composition highlights the waxcap's signature bright orange cap with scalloped edges and thick, spaced gills beneath, paired with its stout, smooth stem. Accompanied by abstract, warm-toned shapes, the image suggests the mushroom’s presence in undisturbed, moss-rich ecosystems, emblematic of natural purity and ecological quality. The use of vibrant carotenoid hues underscores the waxcap’s unique biological traits and its role as a bioindicator of healthy grasslands and forest floors.