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Fool's funnel

Clitocybe rivulosa

A species of Funnels, Also known as Sweat-producing clitocybe

White, funnel-shaped, and generally inconspicuous, the fool's funnel is found in wet meadows, grasslands, lawns, and other open areas across North America and Europe. The species, which may be easily confused with other champignons, is highly poisonous - for this reason, it is sometimes referred to as the "Fool's Funnel".

Cap Diameter:

2 - 6 cm

Odor:

Slightly sweet, generally not distinctive.

General Info About Fool's funnel

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Attributes of Fool's funnel

Cap Diameter

2 - 6 cm

Height

3 - 4 cm

Cap

Cap 3 - 4 cm across; convex, flat; white to grayish; smooth

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat, Depressed

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Weakly decurrent; crowded; white, greyish pink

Gill Attachment

Decurrent

Stem

Stem 3 - 4 cm long, 4 - 10 mm thick; white; smooth, floury or silky

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Fibrillose

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Fibrous; whitish to ochre-grey

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

White

Odor

Slightly sweet, generally not distinctive.

Body Color

Yellow

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

On soil

You can find Fool's funnel by these plants:

Elms, Junipers, Pines

Occurence Habitats

Meadows, Disturbed Lands

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

How to Identify Fool's funnel

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Habitat of Fool's funnel

The fool's funnel commonly appears in grassy areas, lawns, fields, parks, meadows, pastures, sandy grasslands, roadsides, and coastal sand dunes. It grows in troops or rings on the ground.

Distribution Area of Fool's funnel

North America,Europe,North Africa,northern Asia

Scientific Classification of Fool's funnel

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Pale-spore mushrooms

Genus

Funnels

Toxicity and Edibility of Fool's funnel

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Is Fool's funnel Toxic?

Fool's funnel is a neurotoxic mushroom typically found in grassy areas under certain conditions and during specific seasons. Its distinct features can be confused with non-toxic varieties, therefore caution is advised. Upon ingestion, it may cause consciousness clouding, paralysis, severe perspiration, digestion issues, and even severe asthma in extreme cases.

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 Fool's funnel Toxic to Dogs?

Fool's funnel is a mushroom in the Clitocybe genus and contains muscarinic agents which can be severely toxic to dogs. Seek immediate medical help if your dog has eaten this mushroom. Symptoms of muscarine poisoning include drooling, depression, diarrhea, vomiting, and collapse. This mushroom is commonly found in woodlands in the same locations as edible mushrooms.

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Tips for Finding Fool's funnel

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Fool's funnel

Favors nutrient-rich, frequently disturbed soils.

What are Some Tips for Finding Fool's funnel

Search in grassy areas with a history of minimal agricultural improvement.
Look for characteristic fairy rings or arcs, especially where the vegetation seems impacted.
Inspect along paths and roadsides, paying close attention to the edge vegetation.
Check within parklands, specifically those with less foot traffic and maintenance.
Investigate coastal regions with sand dunes, as fool's funnel may be more prevalent.