Like the cap, the stem surface is fibrous to scaly.

The stem surface is streaked with fibrils that run up and down its length.

The stem surface is dry and smooth except for a powdery region near the apex.

The stem surface is dry, pruinose over the entire length, and does not become smooth with age.

The stem surface is whitish, but will stain a light brown color if handled.

The stem surface can be covered with fine yellow reticulations either throughout its length, or just on the upper portion.

The stem surface is white, but becomes pale brownish orange when handled.

Stems have stiff hairs lying parallel to the stem surface.

The smooth stem surface can be either moist or dry depending on the moisture in the environment.

The stem surface is smooth and dry, it has a similar color to the hat and also shows the same responses to damage.