Sarcoscypha occidentalis (Schw.) Sacc. Cup 0.5-1.5cm across, shallow cup-shaped: inner surface scarlet, outer surface whitish and smooth, though color on inner, surface may show through. Stem 10-30 X 2mm, cylindrical; white. Spores ellipsoid, usually containing 1 oil drop at each end, often surrounded by smaller drops, 20-22 x 10-12µ.. Habitat on wet sticks and fallen branches in damp hardwood forests. Common. Found in eastern North America. Season May-June or later in cool years. Edibility not known.