Cortinariaceae
Scientific name: Cortinariaceae
Cortinariaceae
Scientific name: Cortinariaceae
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Description
A good way to identify members of the cortinariaceae family is by looking at their web-like "cortina" of fibers underneath the mushroom cap. Many members of the family contain a toxin called "orellanine". These mushrooms are ground-growing and some develop symbiotic relationships with the roots of plants.
Species of Cortinariaceae
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