Long Net Stinkhorn
Phallus indusiatus
Phallus indusiatus: Long Net Stinkhorn
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Key Features
- White
- lace-like indusium (skirt)
- Conical cap with brownish-green slime
- White
- hollow
- spongy stem
- Foul
- carrion-like odor
- Emerges from a gelatinous 'egg' base
Color:
White stem and veil, brownish-green cap
Smell:
Foul, decaying meat
Growth Pattern:
Single
Environment:
Soil rich in woody debris
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat:
Tropical forests, gardens, and bamboo groves
Distribution:
Pan-tropical: Asia, Africa, Americas, and Australia
Seasonality:
Rainy season / humid periods
Economic Value
Market Demand:
High - widely cultivated and consumed in East Asia
Price Range:
$10-40/lb dried
Commercial Use:
Culinary ingredient in premium soups and stir-fries
Similar Species
Netted Stinkhorn
Phallus duplicatus
Key Differences:
- Shorter, more constricted veil
- Primarily found in temperate regions
- Veil often does not reach the ground
Red Net Stinkhorn
Phallus cinnabarinus
Key Differences:
- Bright pink or red indusium
- Smaller overall dimensions
Recommended Action
Observe specimen in situ; do not consume without expert local verification.