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Panther cap

Amanita pantherina

A species of Amanita mushrooms, Also known as False blusher

Named for the brown-and-white spotted pattern on its upper surface, the distinctive panther cap grows under hardwood trees, particularly oak and beech, and also under Monterey pine in urban areas or forests. It contains a cocktail of poisonous toxins with the potential to be deadly.

Cap Diameter:

5 - 15 cm

Odor:

Mild, radish-like when bruised.

General Info About Panther cap

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Attributes of Panther cap

Cap Diameter

5 - 15 cm

Height

7 - 20 cm

Cap

Cap 3 - 18 cm across; convex to flat; brown; surface smooth, with fleecy veil remnants

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Warted, Slimy or slightly sticky, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Free; crowded; white

Gill Attachment

Free

Stem

Stem 4 - 20 cm long, 2.5 cm thick; white; with veil remnants

Stem Shapes

Club Shaped

Stem Surfaces

Scaly

Flesh

White; unchanging

Volva

On the stem; white to grey

Ring

On the stem; skirtlike; whitish

Ring

With Ring

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Mild, radish-like when bruised.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Panther cap by these plants:

Coast live oak, Bishop pine, Oaks, European beech

Occurence Habitats

Coniferous Woodland, Deciduous Woodland, Mixed Woodland

Species Status

Uncommon

Endangered Species

How to Identify Panther cap

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Habitat of Panther cap

The panther cap is mostly found in the woods. It is a very common mushroom of deciduous and mixed forests, and it's usually found under beech. 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.

Distribution Area of Panther cap

Europe,North Africa,northern Asia;introduced in South Africa

Scientific Classification of Panther cap

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Amanita

Genus

Amanita mushrooms

Toxicity and Edibility of Panther cap

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Is Panther cap Toxic?

Panther cap is a neurotoxic mushroom usually found in damp woodland and forest during the summer and autumn. Its consumption can lead to symptoms including abdominal pain, dry skin, confusion, and severe changes in heart rate. Distinguished by its brown cap, it's often mistaken for non-toxic varieties. Always consult reputable mycological sources before handling unknown mushrooms.

Toxins type

Ibotenic acid, Muscazone, Muscimol

Type of poisoning

Neurotoxic

Toxic Severity

High toxicity

Incubation Period

0.25-3 hours

Poisoning Symptoms

Symptoms include dilated pupils, abdominal pain, muscle twitches, confusion, dizziness, and dry skin. Severe symptoms encompass hallucinations, seizures, extreme changes in heart rate, and potentially life-threatening respiratory or cardiac arrest.

Is Panther cap Toxic to Dogs?

Panther cap is a mushroom that is dangerously poisonous when eaten by dogs due to the presence of Amatoxin. Immediate veterinary care should be sought if your dog eats this mushroom as fatalities are common. Symptoms of poisoning include dizziness, salivation, vomiting, severe abdominal pain, and bloody diarrhea. Seizures may also occur. These are common mushrooms, increasing the risk of animal poisonings.

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Tips for Finding Panther cap

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Panther cap

Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What are Some Tips for Finding Panther cap

Search around coniferous trees, particularly pine species, as panther cap often exists in symbiosis with these trees.
Look for panther cap in well-drained areas of woodland, as they tend to avoid overly waterlogged soil.
Check around hardwood trees, especially oaks or beeches, as panther cap can also form associations with these species.
Explore areas with scattered or gregarious tree groupings where panther cap may grow alone or in clusters.
Visit woodland regions repeatedly, as panther cap is known to appear in the same spots with recurrent conditions.