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False champignon

Clitocybe phyllophila

A species of Funnels, Also known as Fool's funnel

The false champignon has a distinct appearance. It is almost translucent in sunlight, and when young, can appear frosted. This mushroom can be found in the woodlands of Europe. It contains muscarine, which is an extremely poisonous substance.

Cap Diameter:

3 - 11 cm

Odor:

Sweetish, unremarkable mushroom scent.

General Info About False champignon

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Attributes of False champignon

Cap Diameter

3 - 11 cm

Height

4 - 8 cm

Cap

Cap of 4 - 10 cm; convex-umbonate, then flattened; white; wavy margin, not very fleshy

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat, Depressed, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Smooth

Gills

Adnate, slightly decurrent; slightly pink with age

Gill Attachment

Decurrent

Stem

4-7 x 0.5-1.5 cm; cylindrical, often curved; whitish then pink, longitudinally striated; fibrous

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Flesh

Light in color; unchanging

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Pale pinkish ochraceous clay

Odor

Sweetish, unremarkable mushroom scent.

Body Color

Gray

White

Pink

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil, Leaf or Needle Litter

You can find False champignon by these plants:

Spruces, Firs

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland

Species Status

Infrequent

Endangered Species

How to Identify False champignon

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Habitat of False champignon

False champignon thrives in woodland environments among both deciduous and coniferous trees and along grassy areas adjacent to hedges.

Scientific Classification of False champignon

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Pale-spore mushrooms

Genus

Funnels

Toxicity and Edibility of False champignon

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Is False champignon Toxic?

False champignon is a neurotoxic mushroom typically found in mixed forests during autumn. Its ingestion can cause symptoms such as pupil shrinkage, paralysis, excessive sweating, blood pressure drop, digestive troubles, and even severe asthma in extreme cases. Notably, it bears a striking resemblance to certain non-toxic varieties, necessitating extreme care in identification.

Toxins type

Muscarine

Type of poisoning

Neurotoxic

Toxic Severity

High toxicity

Incubation Period

0.25-4 hours

Poisoning Symptoms

Nerve toxin, consciousness clouding, pupil shrinkage, paralysis, perspiration, blood pressure drop, digestion issues, vomiting, diarrhea, severe asthma in extreme cases.

Is False champignon Toxic to Dogs?

False champignon contains high levels of muscarine, a compound that is toxic to dogs. Ingestion of this mushroom can result in severe poisoning or death, so if you believe your dog has eaten this mushroom, take it to the vet even before symptoms occur. Muscarine poisoning symptoms include breathing difficulty, abdominal pain, vomiting and nausea, diarrhea, and drooling.

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Tips for Finding False champignon

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for False champignon

Moist, rich in organic matter, well-drained.

What are Some Tips for Finding False champignon

Search for false champignon in shady areas under trees and near hedgerows.
Look around the base of trees, both hardwoods and conifers, where organic debris accumulates.
Explore grassy edges along paths and forest clearings where the ground is moist but not waterlogged.
Examine regions where leaves and pine needles create a natural mulch, offering a conducive environment for false champignon.
Employ gentle raking mechanisms in leaf litter to uncover false champignon without damaging the underlying soil structure.

How to Clean and Preserve False champignon

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