Red Lattice Stinkhorn
Colus hirudinosus
Red Lattice Stinkhorn: Non-edible with Fetid Odor
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Caractéristiques clés
- White basal volva (egg-like base)
- Short
- spongy orange-to-red stalk
- Vertical columns joined at the apex
- Red net-like (clathrate) lattice at the top
- Dark
- slimy
- foul-smelling spore mass
Couleur :
Orange to bright red with dark brown/black gleba
Odeur :
Foul, like rotting meat
Mode de croissance :
Single
Environnement :
leaf litter
Habitat et distribution
Habitat :
Coniferous forests and gardens in Mediterranean regions
Distribution :
Southern Europe, Mediterranean basin, and Israel
Saisonnalité :
Autumn and winter
Valeur économique
Demande du marché :
None - toxic
Gamme de prix :
N/A
Usage commercial :
None
Informations sur la toxicité
Symptômes :
- Severe abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
Délai d'apparition :
30 minutes to 3 hours
Premiers secours :
- Do not induce vomiting
- Seek medical attention immediately
- Keep a specimen for identification
Contacts d'urgence :
- Israel Medical Emergency: 101
- General Emergency: 112
- Israel Poison Information Center (Rambam): 04-854-1900
Espèces similaires
Lattice Stinkhorn
Clathrus ruber
Différences clés :
- Lacks a distinct stalk
- Grows as a complete spherical lattice
- Larger overall diameter
Octopus Stinkhorn
Clathrus archeri
Différences clés :
- Arms are free and not joined at the apex
- Resembles an octopus or star
- Brighter red tentacles
Action recommandée
Do not consume; keep away from children and pets.