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Amanita vaginata var. punctata

(Cleland & Cheel) E. J. Gilbert

Amanitaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus

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(c) grinnin, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)

Amanita vaginata, commonly known as the grisette or the grisette amanita, is an edible mushroom in the fungus family Amanitaceae, but must be thoroughly cooked to destroy its toxins. The cap is gray or brownish, 5 to 10 centimetres (2 to 4 inches) in diameter, and has furrows around the edge that duplicate the gill pattern underneath. Unlike many other Amanita mushrooms, A. vaginata lacks a ring on the stem. A. vaginata is widely distributed in Europe and North America. It is not recommended for consumption due to the possibility of confusing it with related poisonous species.

Description

A fungal mushroom in the family Amanitaceae found in subtropical regions.

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Edible Uses

The mushroom fruiting body is edible.

Distribution

It is a subtropical plant.

Where It Grows

Mexico,

Also Known As

Venadito, Venado

References (1)

  • Estrada-Martinez, E., et al, 2009, Contribucion al conocimiento etnomicologico de los Hongos Comestibles Silvestres de Mercados Regionales y Comunidades de la Sierra Nevada (Mexico). Intercienca Jan 2009 Vol. 34 No. 1

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