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Pelargonium webcap

Cortinarius flexipes

A species of Cortinar

Pelargonium webcap is known for its distinct odor, which is similar to the scent of pelargoniums. This characteristic has given the mushroom its name, pelargonium webcap. It can be found around coniferous and birch woodlands and is highly poisonous. Mature mushrooms usually have a bent stem.

Cap Diameter:

2 - 5 cm

Odor:

Reminiscent of geraniums; generally not strong.

General Info About Pelargonium webcap

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Attributes of Pelargonium webcap

Cap Diameter

2 - 5 cm

Height

4 - 10 cm

Cap

Cap 1 - 4 cm across; convex to bell-shaped, flat; dark grey to violet-brown, pale fawn; with scales

Cap Shape

Convex, Bell-shaped, Flat, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

Adnate; moderately crowded; greyish buff to rust brown

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

Stem 4 - 8 cm long, 3 - 7 mm thick; brown; fibrous

Stem Shapes

Club Shaped

Stem Surfaces

Fibrillose

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Thin; brownish-lilac

Ring

On the stem; white

Ring

With Ring Zone

Spore Print Color

Rust-brown

Odor

Reminiscent of geraniums; generally not strong.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

Gray

White

Purple

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil, Mosses

You can find Pelargonium webcap by these plants:

Pines, Spruces, Black alder

Occurence Habitats

Mixed Woodland

Species Status

Common and widespread

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Pelargonium webcap

Typically found in mixed woodlands, often beneath birches and spruces, and commonly surrounded by moss cover.

Scientific Classification of Pelargonium webcap

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Cortinariaceae

Genus

Cortinar

Toxicity and Edibility of Pelargonium webcap

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Is Pelargonium webcap Toxic?

Pelargonium webcap is a fungus typically found in moist habitats across various seasons. Despite its widespread occurrence, ingestion can lead to severe health effects such as digestive issues, vertigo, vision complications, and blood circulation troubles. Its distinctive morphological features may help in its identification, but caution is advised due to its gastrointestinal toxicity.

Type of poisoning

Gastrointestinal

Toxic Severity

Low to high toxicity

Incubation Period

0.5-6 hours

Poisoning Symptoms

Digestive issues, vertigo, vision complications, blood circulation troubles.

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Tips for Finding Pelargonium webcap

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Pelargonium webcap

Prefers damp, moss-covered soils.

What are Some Tips for Finding Pelargonium webcap

Search near birch and spruce trees, especially where moss is prevalent.
Investigate the edges of woodlands, focusing on areas with spruce or birch presence.
Examine soil that appears moist and rich in organic matter, as pelargonium webcap favors these conditions.
Look for small groupings rather than solitary specimens, as pelargonium webcap tends to grow in clusters.

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