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THE MUSHROOM THAT TAUGHT THE WORLD WHAT A FAIRY TALE LOOKS LIKE. 🍄
Meet Amanita muscaria — the Fly Agaric.
That unmistakable red cap covered in white patches has become one of the most recognisable symbols of the fungal world.
It commonly grows in association with trees such as birch and pine, forming underground partnerships with their roots.
But don’t let its storybook appearance fool you. Fly Agaric is toxic and contains psychoactive compounds, including ibotenic acid and muscimol. Its effects can be unpredictable and poisoning can require medical attention.
Admire it, photograph it and appreciate its extraordinary biology.
Just don’t turn a woodland curiosity into an unexpected trip to A&E!
#FlyAgaric #AmanitaMuscaria #Mycology #WildMushrooms #FungalEcology 🔵🔵💜
THE MUSHROOM THAT TAUGHT THE WORLD WHAT A FAIRY TALE LOOKS LIKE. 🍄
Meet Amanita muscaria — the Fly Agaric.
That unmistakable red cap covered in white patches has become one of the most recognisable symbols of the fungal world.
It commonly grows in association with trees such as birch and pine, forming underground partnerships with their roots.
But don’t let its storybook appearance fool you. Fly Agaric is toxic and contains psychoactive compounds, including ibotenic acid and muscimol. Its effects can be unpredictable and poisoning can require medical attention.
Admire it, photograph it and appreciate its extraordinary biology.
Just don’t turn a woodland curiosity into an unexpected trip to A&E!
#FlyAgaric #AmanitaMuscaria #Mycology #WildMushrooms #FungalEcology 🔵🔵💜
