Devil's fingers
Clathrus archeri
A species of Clathrus. Also known as Helicopter stinkhorn.
The strikingly distinctive mushroom known as devil's fingers, frequently emerging in cultivated spaces and grassy areas, possesses an off-putting aroma akin to putrefying flesh, effectively deterring human proximity. Nevertheless, this potent stench serves as an attractant for flies, which play a crucial part in spreading the spores of this particular fungus.
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Attributes of Devil's fingers
Height
10 - 20 cm
Stem
Stem 4 cm long; whitish, pinkish to reddish
Volva
Sac-like; whitish, with brownish spots
Spore Print Color
Olive-brown
Odor
Pungent, similar to decaying flesh.
Body Color
RedWhitePink
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Leaf or Needle Litter, Wood Chips or Mulch
You can find Devil's fingers by these plants
Oaks, European beech
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Global distribution
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of Devil's fingers
Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Stinkhorn allies
Family
Stinkhorn mushrooms
Genus
Clathrus
Toxicity and Edibility of Devil's fingers
Is Devil's fingers Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
