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Solitary amanita

Amanita echinocephala

A species of Amanita mushrooms, Also known as European solitary lepidella

Solitary amanita is a distinctive species known for its large, pale cap covered with spiny warts. It typically grows alone in mixed forests, where it forms symbiotic relationships with trees. Emerging in summer and autumn, solitary amanita has a preference for calcareous soils. The prominent gills underneath the cap and a bulbous base with a ring may be observed upon close inspection.

Cap Diameter:

10 - 20 cm

Odor:

Faintly unpleasant, not distinctive.

General Info About Solitary amanita

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Attributes of Solitary amanita

Cap Diameter

10 - 20 cm

Height

8 - 20 cm

Cap

Cap 15 cm across; white to ivory to silver-grey; with veil remnants

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Warted

Gills

Decurrent, free; cream

Gill Attachment

Free to Attached

Stem

Stem 8 - 16 cm long, 2 - 3 cm thick; bulbous; white to ivory

Stem Shapes

Bulbous

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Flesh

White

Ring

On the stem; pendulous; fragile; creamy white

Ring

With Ring

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Faintly unpleasant, not distinctive.

Body Color

Gray

White

Cream

Flesh Bruises

The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.

Growth Form

Solitary

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Solitary amanita by these plants:

Spruces, Pines, Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Mixed Woodland

Species Status

Rare

Endangered Species

Yes

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Habitat of Solitary amanita

Solitary amanita are typically found in mixed woodlands, associating with hardwoods, and likely in areas with some coniferous trees.

Scientific Classification of Solitary amanita

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Amanita

Genus

Amanita mushrooms

Toxicity and Edibility of Solitary amanita

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Is Solitary amanita Toxic?

The solitary amanita is a nephrotoxic mushroom. Initial reactions including stomach issues and frequent vomiting are common after consumption. These symptoms can progress to include kidney pain, reduced urine output, and high blood pressure. After about 3-4 days post-ingestion, there might be slight liver impairment and possible kidney damage, more specifically tubulointerstitial nephritis.

Toxins type

2‐amino‐4,5‐ hexadienoic acid

Type of poisoning

Nephrotoxic

Toxic Severity

Extreme toxicity

Incubation Period

12 hours (indication: nausea), 36 hours (indication: vomiting, limited urination)

Poisoning Symptoms

Initial Reactions: Stomach issues,Frequent vomiting, may lessen after a while
Symptoms can progress to include more vomiting, pain in the kidney area, decreased urine output, and elevated blood pressure.
After 3-4 days: there may be slight liver impairment and potential kidney damage, specifically tubulointerstitial nephritis.

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Tips for Finding Solitary amanita

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Solitary amanita

Prefer dry, calcareous soil.

What are Some Tips for Finding Solitary amanita

Search in areas where hardwood trees are abundant, as solitary amanita often appear nearby.
Inspect mixed woodland regions, ensuring to cover areas with varying tree compositions.
Look for solitary amanita in soil that appears dry and chalky, indicative of calcareous conditions.
Check within leaf litter or at the base of trees for these solitary mushrooms.
Gently explore under the surface detritus without disturbing the habitat significantly.

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