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Poison pie

Hebeloma crustuliniforme

A species of Bitter poisonpie, Also known as Poisonpie

This toxic mushroom blooms on conifer and broadleaf forest floors around the northern hemisphere. It can appear singly, in tufted groups, or in fairy rings. The poison pie can be distinguished from its close relatives by the dark brown watery droplets that form in its gills. As the common name, "poison pie" implies, it is seriously toxic.

Cap Diameter:

4 - 11 cm

Odor:

Raphanoid, reminiscent of radishes.

General Info About Poison pie

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Attributes of Poison pie

Cap Diameter

4 - 11 cm

Height

4 - 13 cm

Cap

Cap 3 - 11 cm across; convex to flat, umbonate; cream to pale buff; surface smooth, slightly slimy

Cap Shape

Convex, Bell-shaped, Flat, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Slimy or slightly sticky

Gills

Attached; crowded; white to clay-buff

Gill Attachment

Notched

Stem

Stem 4 - 13 cm long, 5 - 15 mm thick; whitish; with flecks or granules

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth to slightly fibrous

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Thick; whitish

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Clay-brown

Odor

Raphanoid, reminiscent of radishes.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Poison pie by these plants:

Coast live oak, Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland, Meadows

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

How to Identify Poison pie

Fruiting Body Cap Flesh

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Habitat of Poison pie

The poison pie is mostly found in open woods. It grows in grassy areas near trees, mostly under oak or pine. It feeds in a symbiotic relationship with the tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides it sugars and amino acids.

Distribution Area of Poison pie

North America,Europe,northern Asia;introduced in Australia,New Zealand,South America

Scientific Classification of Poison pie

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Hymenogastraceae

Genus

Bitter poisonpie

Toxicity and Edibility of Poison pie

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Is Poison pie Toxic?

Poison pie typically thrives in broadleaf and coniferous forests in cool seasons. Recognizable by its pale-colored cap and gilled undersurface, it contains gastrointestinal toxins causing digestive problems, vertigo, vision and blood circulation issues upon ingestion. The toxicity of poison pie makes it unfit for human consumption.

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 Poison pie

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Poison pie

Prefers moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter.

What are Some Tips for Finding Poison pie

Focus on the edges of forests and grassy areas adjacent to woods where poison pie tend to grow.
Look for poison pie in loose clusters or rings, which may indicate their presence in a particular spot.
Target spots near established hardwoods or conifers, as these trees are common associates of poison pie.
Search for small groups of 2 to 5 fruitbodies that could signify the scattered growth of poison pie.
Inspect well-drained soil areas, especially where you can find organic material like fallen leaves and twigs.