Fly Agaric
Amanita muscaria
Identification: Amanita muscaria (Fly Agaric). Contains neurotoxins.
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Caractéristiques clés
- Bright red to orange cap
- White
- patchy remnants (warts) on cap surface
- White
- crowded
- free gills
- Robust
- pale yellow stem with annulus remnant
- Growing in soil
- likely mycorrhizal
Couleur :
Bright red cap; white gills and stem
Odeur :
No distinctive smell
Mode de croissance :
Single
Environnement :
Soil
Habitat et distribution
Habitat :
Forest edge or grassland, associated with conifers or hardwoods
Distribution :
Widespread across Northern Hemisphere (Europe, Asia, North America)
Saisonnalité :
Late Summer to Autumn
Critères de confirmation
- Stem base (volva) is missing, preventing full assessment of basal structure, critical for Amanita identification.
Valeur économique
Demande du marché :
None - toxic
Gamme de prix :
N/A
Usage commercial :
None
Informations sur la toxicité
Symptômes :
- Nausea and vomiting
- Confusion and delirium
- Muscle spasms
- Dizziness
Délai d'apparition :
30 minutes to 3 hours
Premiers secours :
- Seek immediate medical attention
- Contact poison control center
Contacts d'urgence :
- 911 (US)
- 112 (EU/EEA)
- Poison Help (US): 1-800-222-1222
Espèces similaires
Panther Cap
Amanita pantherina
Différences clés :
- Cap is brown to dark brown, not red
- Warts are typically smaller and whiter
The Sickener
Russula emetica
Différences clés :
- Lacks a ring or volva
- Stem is brittle and snaps easily
- Gills are attached (adnate)
Action recommandée
Do not consume. Handle minimally. Secure specimen for disposal. Wash hands immediately.