Inky mushroom
A species of Agaricus, Also known as Dark scaled mushroom, Pink bottom Scientific name : Agaricus placomyces Genus : Agaricus
Inky mushroom, A species of Agaricus
Also known as:
Dark scaled mushroom, Pink bottom
Scientific name: Agaricus placomyces
Genus: Agaricus
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Description
Inky mushroom is a unique-looking mushroom that is also beneficial to the environment. It aids in the decomposition of dead wood, plant debris, and animal dung. What makes its appearance unique is the cap, which slowly liquefies as it releases its spores.
Colors
Brown
White
Pink
Habitat
Under hardwoods or conifers
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General Info
Toxicity
Inky mushroom is a poisonous mushroom, gastroenteritis occur 30 minutes to 3 hours after ingestion. Major symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps and diarrhea, sometimes accompanied by sweating, weakness, dizziness and chills.
Habitat
Under hardwoods or conifers
Growth Form
Saprobic; scattered, gregarious
Cap Diameter
6–14 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor phenolic, or not distinctive
Spore Print
Brown
Species Status
Probably widely distributed in eastern North America
Similar Species
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Agaricaceae Genus
Agaricus Species
Inky mushroom