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Pear fibrecap

Inocybe fraudans

A species of Fiber caps

Pear fibrecap typically grows in woodland environments, favoring deciduous trees. It features a bell-shaped to conical cap, often with a small protruding bump. The cap's surface is fibrous, displaying various shades of brown. Gills under the cap are crowded and adhere to a short, thick stalk. Pear fibrecap reproduces via spores that are smoothly elliptical and non-amyloid.

Cap Diameter:

3 - 8 cm

Odor:

Strong, sweet, and notably fragrant.

General Info About Pear fibrecap

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Attributes of Pear fibrecap

Cap Diameter

3 - 8 cm

Height

4 - 8 cm

Cap

Cap 2.5 - 6 cm across; conic to broadly bell-shaped; whitish to brown; margin inrolled, with veil remnants; turns reddish to red when bruised

Cap Shape

Bell-shaped, Flat, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly

Gills

Adnexed; close; whitish to yellowish to brown; turns reddish when bruised

Gill Attachment

Notched

Stem

Stem 4 - 6 cm long, 5 - 10 mm thick; equal; whitish; turns reddish to red to brown when bruised

Stem Shapes

Club Shaped

Stem Surfaces

Fibrillose

Flesh

Whitish; unchanging or turns pink to reddish when sliced

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Dull brown

Odor

Strong, sweet, and notably fragrant.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

White

Flesh Bruises

Discolor to pink or red

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Mycorrhizal

Substrate

On soil

You can find Pear fibrecap by these plants:

European beech, Oaks

Occurence Habitats

Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland

Species Status

Widely distributed

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Pear fibrecap

Pear fibrecap is found in a range of woodlands, from high-elevation conifer forests to lowland oak-hickory forests. It can grow alone or in groups.

Scientific Classification of Pear fibrecap

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Inocybaceae

Genus

Fiber caps

Toxicity and Edibility of Pear fibrecap

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Is Pear fibrecap Toxic?

Pear fibrecap mainly thrives in damp, deciduous woodlands, particularly during late summer and autumn. Its neurotoxic attributes may lead to severe nausea, digestive discomfort, and marked perspiration, among other acute symptoms, while exhibiting distinct physiological responses such as pupil constriction and consciousness clouding without suggesting ingestion. This mushroom can be distinguished by its unique pear-like shape and fibrous cap.

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.

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Tips for Finding Pear fibrecap

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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Pear fibrecap

Well-drained, rich in organic material.

What are Some Tips for Finding Pear fibrecap

Explore diverse woodlands, keeping an eye on areas under oaks and conifers.
Look for pear fibrecap growing solo or in scattered groups, rather than large clusters.
Search around trees, as pear fibrecap is likely to be found nearby.
Gently examine the forest floor, as pear fibrecap can sometimes be hidden by leaf litter.

How to Clean and Preserve Pear fibrecap

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