Death angel
A species of Amanita mushrooms, Also known as Destroying angel Scientific name : Amanita virosa Genus : Amanita mushrooms
Death angel, A species of Amanita mushrooms
Also known as:
Destroying angel
Scientific name: Amanita virosa
Genus: Amanita mushrooms
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Description
The death angel is one of the most deadly poisonous mushrooms in the world. Although its white fruitbodies have some unique traits in their appearance, non-expert mushroom hunters could easily confuse these toxic mushrooms with many edible species, such as Agaricus and Tricholoma. All foragers should learn to identify this species carefully in all its forms.
Colors
White
Habitat
The death angel prefers higher altitudes and mountain regions. It is found in woods, open forests, and woodland clearings and edges. It is mostly associated with deciduous trees, particularly beech. It grows on the ground, where it forms a symbiotic relationship with the roots of trees.
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General Info
Toxicity
Typically found in moist habitats during summer and early fall, death angel embodies significant danger due to its hepatotoxic properties. This mushroom can initiate symptoms including abdominal cramps, nausea, and vomiting, escalating to severe conditions such as hepatitis and heart failure. Morphologically, it's often confused with non-toxic varieties, thereby warranting strict identification measures.
Habitat
The death angel prefers higher altitudes and mountain regions. It is found in woods, open forests, and woodland clearings and edges. It is mostly associated with deciduous trees, particularly beech. It grows on the ground, where it forms a symbiotic relationship with the roots of trees.
Growth Form
Solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
6 inches
Cap Diameter
5 inches
Endangered Species
No
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Smell sickly-sweet; taste reminiscent of radishes
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Uncommon in northern Scotland, very common in Scandinavian
Distribution Area
North America,Europe,Central America,northern Asia
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Amanita Genus
Amanita mushrooms Species
Death angel