Corn-silk Inocybe
A species of Fiber caps, Also known as Corn-silk fiberhead Scientific name : Inocybe sororia Genus : Fiber caps
Corn-silk Inocybe, A species of Fiber caps
Also known as:
Corn-silk fiberhead
Scientific name: Inocybe sororia
Genus: Fiber caps
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Description
The corn-silk Inocybe (Inocybe sororia) has caps that mature to about twice the size of a dandelion flower with a semi-flat structure that can evolve to slightly ruffled edges in appearance. The color is generally off-white and grows to a golden brown. None of the Inocybe family can be consumed due to relative toxicity to both humans and animals.
Colors
Yellow
White
Cream
Habitat
The corn-silk Inocybe can be found in wooded areas and is primarily associated with pine, spruce, and oak. It feeds in a symbiotic relationship with the tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides it sugars and amino acids.
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Toxicity
The corn-silk Inocybe is a highly poisonous mushroom that can lead to fatal outcomes. The most common symptoms include excessive salivation, urination, defecation, gastrointestinal problems, decreased blood pressure, and profuse sweating. Death can occur due to respiratory system failure.
Habitat
The corn-silk Inocybe can be found in wooded areas and is primarily associated with pine, spruce, and oak. It feeds in a symbiotic relationship with the tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides it sugars and amino acids.
Growth Form
Solitary
Sporocarp Height
4-10 cm
Cap Diameter
2.5-6.5 cm
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor green corn
Spore Print
Dull brown
Species Status
Common
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Inocybaceae Genus
Fiber caps Species
Corn-silk Inocybe 
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