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Lepiota lilacea

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Agaricaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus 689 iNaturalist observations

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Lepiota lilacea is a species of fungus belonging to the family Agaricaceae. It was first described in Italy, in 1893, by Giacomo Bresadora, in his book Fungi Tridentini. It is characterised by its small cap (up to 36 mm broad), with a dark purple disc, and its distinct annulus. Its spores do not turn reddish-brown under Melzer's reagent (are non-dextrinoid). It is poisonous to humans. It is native to Europe and America.

Description

A temperate mushroom in the Agaricaceae family.

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Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, India, North America, USA,

Synonyms

Lepiotula lilacea (Bres.) Wasser

References (1)

  • Thatoi, H. & Singdevsachan, S. K., 2014, Diversity, nutritional composition and medicinal potential of Indian mushrooms: A review. African Journal of Biotechnology 13(4): 523-545

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