CO HB1091

Designates Agaricus julius (commonly known as "The Emperor mushroom formerly known as Prince") as Colorado's official state mushroom

Agaricus julius is an edible mushroom native to Colorado's Rocky Mountains, first identified as a distinct species in Colorado in 2016

The mushroom is saprobic, decomposing dead organic material to recycle nutrients and reduce wildfire fuel loads

Found in high-elevation spruce-fir forests, featuring a large cap with brown scales and an almond-like odor

Takes effect 90 days after final adjournment of the general assembly, subject to potential referendum petition