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Aphroditeola olida

A species of Aphroditeola

Aphroditeola olida is a distinctive species found primarily in the temperate regions. It thrives in mixed woodlands, often forming a symbiotic relationship with trees. Recognizable by its bright color and unique shape, aphroditeola olida tends to appear during wetter periods of the year. This species contributes to the forest ecosystem by helping decompose organic matter and enriching the soil.

Cap Diameter:

2 - 6 cm

Odor:

Fruity, strawberries-like with chemical notes when dry.

General Info About Aphroditeola olida

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Attributes of Aphroditeola olida

Cap Diameter

2 - 6 cm

Cap

1 - 4 cm in diameter; convex; pinkish, salmon, ocher yellow to orange ocher; smooth; with narrowly rolled to curved margin

Cap Shape

Depressed

Cap Surfaces

Velvety

Gills

Decurrent; very narrow; whitish to cream, then pale orange-yellow, pinkish to salmon-colored

Gill Attachment

Decurrent

Stem

1-3.5 x 0.2-1 cm; centered to eccentric; concolor or paler, dry, full, fibrillous or finely furfuraceous, smooth

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Flesh

Thin or fairly thick; soft; whitish

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Whitish

Odor

Fruity, strawberries-like with chemical notes when dry.

Body Color

Red

Orange

Pink

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

You can find Aphroditeola olida by these plants:

Oaks, Pines

Species Status

Very rare

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Habitat of Aphroditeola olida

On coniferous forest floors

Scientific Classification of Aphroditeola olida

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Waxgills

Genus

Aphroditeola

Toxicity and Edibility of Aphroditeola olida

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Is Aphroditeola olida Toxic?

Aphroditeola olida has gastrointestinal toxins, which could lead to minor disturbances in the digestive system. The typical habitat and conditions of this mushroom are presently undefined. It's emphasized that this mushroom should not be consumed due to its potential harmful effects. No unique morphological features have been identified to distinguish it from other fungal species.

Type of poisoning

Gastrointestinal

Toxic Severity

Low toxicity

Incubation Period

0.5-4 hours

Poisoning Symptoms

Experience of minor digestive upset in the stomach and intestines.