Inocybe nitidiuscula belongs to a family known for its fibrous cap and stem. It typically grows in soil rich with decaying matter in forests. Its appearance includes a distinctive cap that can change shape with age and a stem that has a fine texture. Inocybe nitidiuscula is a part of diverse ecosystems and may appear in varied climates during its fruiting season.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 5 cm
Odor:
Mildly earthy or faintly spermatic scent.
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Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Inocybe nitidiuscula
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Attributes of Inocybe nitidiuscula
Cap Diameter
2 - 5 cm
Height
1 - 7 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 4 cm across; conic-convex to applanate; brown, gray brown; with radially fibrous from fibrils
Cap Shape
Bell-shaped, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
Sinuate, adnate; broad; white, cream
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem 2.5 - 8 cm long, 3 - 7 mm thick; club-shaped; white, orange to pinkish; with hairs
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Thin; white, pale pink
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Brown
Odor
Mildly earthy or faintly spermatic scent.
Body Color
Brown
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
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Is Inocybe nitidiuscula Toxic?
Inocybe nitidiuscula is a neurotoxic mushroom, found in various habitats, conditions, and seasons. Ingestion can cause consciousness clouding, pupil shrinkage, paralysis, excessive sweating, blood pressure drops, and gastrointestinal issues such as vomiting and diarrhea. In severe cases, it may trigger intense asthma. Inocybe nitidiuscula can be differentiated based on its unique morphological features.
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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