Laccaria amethystina
(Boel. ex Hooker) Murr.
Amethyst deceiver, Amethystina laccaria
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLaccaria amethystina, commonly known as the amethyst deceiver, or amethyst laccaria, is a small brightly colored mushroom. Because its bright amethyst coloration fades with age and weathering, it becomes difficult to identify, hence the common name "deceiver". This common name is shared with its close relation L. laccata, which also fades and weathers. Recently, some of the other species in the genus have been given the common name of "deceiver". It is found mainly in Northern temperate zones, in deciduous and coniferous forests, though it is reported to occur in tropical Central and South America as well. The mushroom is edible, but can absorb arsenic from the soil.
Description
A mushroom which grows in large groups. The cap is 1-5 cm across. It is curved over when young but becomes flattened with age and can develop a low spot in the centre. It is deep purple lilac in colour. The stem is 4-10 cm long. It is hollow and has slightly white fibres near the cap. The gills are the same colour as the cap. The spore print is white.
Edible Uses
The mushroom can be eaten fresh, dried and stored, or preserved in spiced alcohol.
Traditional Uses
They can be eaten fresh. It can be dried and stored. It can also be stored in spiced alcohol.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It grows in pine and deciduous forest. They are often under beech and chestnut trees.
Where It Grows
Asia, Balkans, Britain, Bulgaria, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Himalayas, Hungary, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Russia,
Other Information
It is sold in local markets.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Xocoyol
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