False death cap
A species of Amanita mushrooms Scientific name : Amanita citrina Genus : Amanita mushrooms
False death cap, A species of Amanita mushrooms
Scientific name: Amanita citrina
Genus: Amanita mushrooms
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Description
A close cousin to the more deadly Amanitas such as Destroying Angel and Deathcap, the false death cap is an inedible mushroom that regularly grows on forest floors across the northern hemisphere. It consumes both hardwood and soft, and fruits from late summer to autumn.
Colors
Brown
Gray
White
Purple
Habitat
The false death cap is a woodland mushroom. It prefers neutral or alkaline soil and it's usually found among the leaf litter under its host tree. It feeds in a symbiotic relationship with the tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides it sugars and amino acids.
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General Info
Toxicity
False death cap is a neurotoxic mushroom typically found during damp conditions in deciduous and coniferous habitats. It mainly appears in late summer to fall. It's characterized by its pale yellow to white color and bulbous base. Consumption may result in physiological changes, including elevated mood and anxiety, and in severe cases, altered perceptions and potential psychosis. However, it's crucial not to consume false death cap due to its toxic properties.
Habitat
The false death cap is a woodland mushroom. It prefers neutral or alkaline soil and it's usually found among the leaf litter under its host tree. It feeds in a symbiotic relationship with the tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides it sugars and amino acids.
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal; solitary, scattered, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
6 inches
Cap Diameter
4 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor like raw potatoes
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Widely distributed
Distribution Area
Europe,North Africa,northern Asia
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Amanita Genus
Amanita mushrooms Species
False death cap