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Inocybe mixtilis

A species of Fiber caps

Inocybe mixtilis belongs to a family known for its fibrous caps and the presence of certain chemicals that give it a distinctive odor. These mushrooms often have a bell-shaped or conical cap when young, which flattens with age. They are found in a variety of habitats, commonly in soil rich in plant debris.

Cap Diameter:

2 - 5 cm

Odor:

Mildly sour, reminiscent of acidic compounds.

General Info About Inocybe mixtilis

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Attributes of Inocybe mixtilis

Cap Diameter

2 - 5 cm

Height

4 - 8 cm

Cap

Cap 1.5 - 4 cm across; conic-convex to bell-shaped to flat; light brownish orange, ocher; surface smooth

Cap Shape

Convex, Central Bump

Cap Surfaces

Fibrillose-scaly, Slimy or slightly sticky

Gills

Adnexed; sinuate, free; moderately close; cream, light gray

Gill Attachment

Free to Attached

Stem

Stem 4 - 6 cm long, 4 - 7 mm thick; equal; white, yellow-ocher; surface smooth

Stem Shapes

Bulbous

Flesh

Thin; white; unchanging

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Brown, dark red-brown

Odor

Mildly sour, reminiscent of acidic compounds.

Body Color

Brown

Yellow

White

Flesh Bruises

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

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered

Substrate

On soil

You can find Inocybe mixtilis by these plants:

Oaks, Spruces

Species Status

Widespread

Endangered Species

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Habitat of Inocybe mixtilis

Conifers and hardwoods

Scientific Classification of Inocybe mixtilis

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Inocybaceae

Genus

Fiber caps

Toxicity and Edibility of Inocybe mixtilis

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Is Inocybe mixtilis Toxic?

Inocybe mixtilis is a mushroom that harbors a neurotoxic constituent. Ingestion may cause consciousness clouding, pupil shrinkage, paralysis, excessive perspiration, blood pressure fluctuations, and digestive issues like vomiting and diarrhea. Severe asthma may occur in extreme cases. Its morphological features, habitat, and season of occurrence are yet to be detailed accurately, calling for more mycological attention.

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.