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Inocybe assimilata

A species of Fiber caps

Inocybe assimilata is a member of the Inocybaceae family, recognized by its small to medium-sized fruiting body. Typically, it features a cone-shaped or bell-like cap with a distinctive fibrous surface. The colors can range, often reflecting earthy tones. Its habitat includes various wooded areas where it often forms a symbiotic relationship with living plant roots, aiding in nutrient exchange.

Cap Diameter:

2 - 5 cm

Odor:

Rubbery, sourish, with earthy tones.

General Info About Inocybe assimilata

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Attributes of Inocybe assimilata

Cap Diameter

2 - 5 cm

Height

2 - 6 cm

Cap

Cap 1 - 4 cm across; umber; with veil remnants

Cap Shape

Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Slimy or slightly sticky, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Adnexed, decurrent; rather crowded; ochre-clayey to grey-brown to reddish-brown

Stem

Stem 2.5 - 5 cm long, 3 - 5 mm thick; bulbous; reddish brown

Stem Shapes

Cylindrical

Stem Cross Sections

Hollow or cottony hollow

Flesh

Whitish to pale brownish; unchanging

Spore Print Color

Tobacco brown

Odor

Rubbery, sourish, with earthy tones.

Body Color

Brown

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 Inocybe assimilata by these plants:

Oaks, Pines, Spruces

Species Status

Widespread

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Habitat of Inocybe assimilata

Forests

Scientific Classification of Inocybe assimilata

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Inocybaceae

Genus

Fiber caps

Toxicity and Edibility of Inocybe assimilata

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Is Inocybe assimilata Toxic?

Inocybe assimilata carries a neurotoxic agent causing pupil shrinkage, paralysis, perspiration, blood pressure drop, digestion issues, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, severe asthma. It can't be distinguished easily from non-toxic varieties. Never consume inocybe assimilata; always prioritize safety when foraging for mushrooms.

Toxins type

Muscarine

Type of poisoning

Neurotoxic

Toxic Severity

High toxicity

Incubation Period

0.25-4 hours

Poisoning Symptoms

Nerve toxin, consciousness clouding, pupil shrinkage, paralysis, perspiration, blood pressure drop, digestion issues, vomiting, diarrhea, severe asthma in extreme cases.