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Bloodred webcap

Cortinarius sanguineus

A species of Cortinar

The vibrant crimson color of the bloodred webcap (Cortinarius sanguineus) should be looked upon as a stop sign signaling you to pause and observe this unique and beautiful little mushroom. But do no more than observe: the fleshy membranes of the bloodred webcap contain anthracene, a known toxin that can cause severe damage to the kidney and liver. You can find these little gems throughout most of Europe.

Cap Diameter:

2 - 5 cm

Odor:

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

General Info About Bloodred webcap

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Attributes of Bloodred webcap

Cap Diameter

2 - 5 cm

Height

4 - 10 cm

Cap

Cap measuring 2 - 5 cm across; convex, later flattens; dark blood-red; covered in silky fibres radiating from the centre

Cap Shape

Convex, Bell-shaped, Flat, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

Adnate; initially blood-red, but turn brown upon aging as the spores mature

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

3 - 6 cm high by 3 - 8 mm wide; long, slim, cylindrical; same colour as the cap or paler; veil and its remnants are red

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth

Flesh

Purple-red

Ring

With Ring Zone

Spore Print Color

Rusty brown

Odor

Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.

Body Color

Red

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Bloodred webcap by these plants:

Arborvitae, Eastern hemlock, Spruces, Firs, Norway spruce

Occurence Habitats

Coniferous Woodland

Species Status

Fairly common

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Bloodred webcap

The bloodred webcap can be found in coniferous woodlands and forest clearings, where it prefers damp, shady places. It is often found in moss near the roots of trees, as this fungus forms a symbiotic relationship in which the fungus and the tree feed each other essential nutrients.

Distribution Area of Bloodred webcap

North America,Europe,northern Asia

Scientific Classification of Bloodred webcap

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Cortinariaceae

Genus

Cortinar

Toxicity and Edibility of Bloodred webcap

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Is Bloodred webcap Toxic?

Bloodred webcap typically flourishes in wet, wooded environments during autumn. Distinct for its striking scarlet hue, it's not recommended for consumption due to its gastroenteric toxins that cause digestive problems, vertigo, vision complications, and blood circulatory issues.

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 Bloodred webcap

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Bloodred webcap

Prefer moist, well-drained, acidic soil.

What are Some Tips for Finding Bloodred webcap

Search in areas beneath coniferous trees such as spruces and firs, particularly where the ground is moss-covered.
Look for bloodred webcap in damp woodland areas, especially where the soil is well-drained and acidic.
Examine the vicinity of northern white-cedar and eastern hemlock when in their range for potential growth of bloodred webcap.
Be observant for bloodred webcap growing alone or in small groups rather than large clusters.
Check under leaf litter and fallen branches in appropriate forested areas as bloodred webcap may be partially obscured.