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Gassy webcap

Cortinarius traganus

A species of Cortinar, Also known as Pungent cort

The Cortinarius traganus is commonly referred to as the Lilac Webcap, because it often sports a pale purple color on its stalk and cap. The species, however, can be distinguished from other purple-hued mushrooms by its dark yellow-brown flesh, which can be seen when one cuts into the mushroom. Gassy webcaps are found in wet, temperate habitats across North America and Europe and are not considered edible.

Cap Diameter:

3 - 14 cm

Odor:

Disgusting, unpleasantly strong.

General Info About Gassy webcap

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Attributes of Gassy webcap

Cap Diameter

3 - 14 cm

Height

5 - 24 cm

Cap

Cap 4 - 13 cm across; hemispherical to flat; violet, yellowish; surface smooth

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Gills

Broadly adnate; sub-crowded; pale to yellow-brown, rusty

Gill Attachment

Notched

Stem

Stem 5 - 12 cm long, 1 - 4 cm thick; violet, yellowish brown; surface smooth, with a cobwebby girdle

Stem Shapes

Club Shaped

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Tan to brownish

Ring

With Ring Zone

Spore Print Color

Rusty brown

Odor

Disgusting, unpleasantly strong.

Body Color

Brown

White

Blue

Purple

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Gassy webcap by these plants:

Spruces, Pines, Oaks, Firs

Occurence Habitats

Coniferous Woodland

Species Status

Widespread

Endangered Species

How to Identify Gassy webcap

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Habitat of Gassy webcap

The gassy webcap is a woodland mushroom, primarily associated with conifers and mossy, old-growth forests. This fungus exists in a symbiotic relationship with a host tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides the fungus with sugars and amino acids. Mushrooms grow up from the soil beneath the host tree.

Distribution Area of Gassy webcap

North America,Europe,northern Asia

Scientific Classification of Gassy webcap

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Cortinariaceae

Genus

Cortinar

Toxicity and Edibility of Gassy webcap

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Is Gassy webcap Toxic?

Gassy webcap a species of mushroom associated with conifers, does not have identified toxins. However, considering its relation to other species in the Cortinarius genus, some of which are known to be extremely toxic, caution is advised. Additionally, consuming certain types of webcaps has occasionally been linked to gastrointestinal upsets. Despite having a fruity, pear-like odor when young, the odor becomes unpleasant as it ages. Therefore, it's best to avoid ingesting gassy webcap to prevent potential health 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 Gassy webcap

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Gassy webcap

Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What are Some Tips for Finding Gassy webcap

Focus on areas beneath coniferous trees, especially near Notholithocarpus densiflorus.
Look for groupings of gassy webcap, as they tend to grow in scattered clusters or gregariously.
Search within well-forested regions, targeting zones that have natural moisture retention.
Be attentive to the forest floor, inspecting for the distinctive features of gassy webcap.
Practice gentle exploration so as not to disturb the surrounding environment or damage the gassy webcap and its habitat.