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Honey fungus is a rare, inedible species of the Physalacriaceae family. Grows in moist soil, in deciduous forests. It begins to bear fruit from the beginning of August to the end of September. Since the species is not recommended for consumption, it is necessary to study its detailed description and view photos and videos.
What does a hammered mushroom look like?
The honey agaric is a rare species listed in the Red Book. Therefore, when encountering it, experienced mushroom pickers pass by so that the mushroom is fully ripe and has time to safely reproduce by spores. To increase the population of this species, you need to know the external characteristics and look at the photo.
Description of the cap
The hat is small, reaching 6 cm.In young representatives it is bell-shaped; as it grows, it straightens, the edges become wavy, and a small depression appears in the center. The surface is covered with smooth brown skin with a pink tint. The lower layer is formed by fragile, dense plates, partially fused to the stem. The color is light yellow, becoming darker with age. Reproduction occurs by microscopic, cylindrical spores that are located in a creamy powder.
Description of the leg
The leg is thin and long, reaching a height of up to 8 cm. The surface is covered with smooth skin, colored to match the color of the cap. The pulp is thin and becomes transparent when it rains. The fruit body has no taste or smell.
Where and how does it grow
Honey fungus is a rare specimen that grows on moist soil in deciduous forests. Grows in single specimens or small families. Fruits in autumn.
Is the mushroom edible or not?
The mushroom is inedible and causes food poisoning if eaten. In order not to harm yourself and your loved ones, you need to know a detailed description of the cap and stem, and when you meet him, pass by.
Doubles and their differences
The honey fungus, like any forest dweller, has edible and inedible counterparts. These include:
- Summer honey fungus - an edible species that grows on stumps and rotten deciduous wood. It begins to bear fruit in large families from the beginning of summer until the first frost. You can recognize the mushroom by its small convex cap of light brown color and by its thin, long stem.
- Wood-loving collibia - an edible representative of the mushroom kingdom. Grows in small groups on rotting deciduous and coniferous wood. Fruits from June to November.The fruit body has whitish flesh, without a pronounced taste or smell.
- Galerina bordered - a very dangerous species that can be fatal. Prefers moist soil, dry coniferous and deciduous wood. This specimen can be distinguished by its yellow-brown cap and brown leg, up to 5 cm long. The pulp is the same color, fibrous with a characteristic mealy aroma. When consumed, the following symptoms appear within a few minutes: uncontrollable vomiting, diarrhea, excessive urination, decreased temperature, convulsions. When the first signs appear, you must immediately contact a specialist.
Conclusion
Honey fungus is an inedible mushroom that prefers to grow in moist soil. During mushroom picking, in order not to harm your body, you need to study the external characteristics and similar doubles. If the species somehow ends up on the table, you need to know the first signs of intoxication and be able to provide first aid. Since honey mushrooms have false poisonous counterparts, it is necessary to entrust their collection to an experienced mushroom picker.
