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Rough-stalked hebeloma

Hebeloma sinapizans

A species of Bitter poisonpie

The rough-stalked hebeloma is a poisonous mushroom that can be seen growing in fairy rings on alkaline soils, mostly in woodland settings. It commonly associates with beech and oak, but sometimes with conifers as well. It is recognizable by its strong, radish-like scent and bulbous stem.

Cap Diameter:

5 - 13 cm

Odor:

Strong radish-like aroma.

General Info About Rough-stalked hebeloma

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Attributes of Rough-stalked hebeloma

Cap Diameter

5 - 13 cm

Height

5 - 15 cm

Cap

Cap 4 - 15 cm across; convex to flat; cinnamon tan to darker reddish brown

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat, Bell-shaped

Cap Surfaces

Smooth, Slimy or slightly sticky, Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

Attached; close; pale clay to cinnamon brown to brown

Gill Attachment

Notched

Stem

Stem 4 - 12 cm long, 1 - 3 cm thick; equal; whitish, brownish; with scales, finely mealy or dusty

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Surfaces

Smooth to slightly fibrous

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Thick; whitish

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Brown to reddish-brown, with hints of pinkish brown

Odor

Strong radish-like aroma.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

Red

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Rough-stalked hebeloma by these plants:

Pines, Spruces, Populus, European beech, Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland, Mixed Woodland, Meadows

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Rough-stalked hebeloma

Rough-stalked hebeloma thrives in grassy areas adjacent to woodland or directly within woods, often found in clusters or fairy rings.

Scientific Classification of Rough-stalked hebeloma

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Hymenogastraceae

Genus

Bitter poisonpie

Toxicity and Edibility of Rough-stalked hebeloma

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Is Rough-stalked hebeloma Toxic?

Rough-stalked hebeloma is a toxic toadstool that should not be consumed. It is usually found in small groups in broadleaf woodland on alkaline soil or under both conifers and hardwoods. While the identity of its toxins remains unclear, studies have indicated that certain Hebeloma species contain a triterpene that can be toxic to cells. Therefore, consumption of rough-stalked hebeloma should be avoided due to potential 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 Rough-stalked hebeloma

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Rough-stalked hebeloma

Requires alkaline soils, either under hardwoods or conifers.

What are Some Tips for Finding Rough-stalked hebeloma

Begin your search around the edges of woodlands, looking for gregarious growth or loose clusters of rough-stalked hebeloma.
Check for the presence of rough-stalked hebeloma in fairy rings in grassy areas.
Look for rough-stalked hebeloma in small groups in broadleaf woodland areas where the soil is alkaline.
Inspect under both conifer and hardwood trees, as rough-stalked hebeloma can form associations with both types.