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Two spored milkcap

Lactarius acerrimus

A species of Milk-caps.

The two-spored milkcap is a member of a widely recognized fungal family, known for its extensive variety. This distinctive fungus is notable for generating just two spores per basidium, a trait not commonly observed among its close relatives. Its cap often displays a striking burnt orange color, easily drawing attention in its woodland environment. The two-spored milkcap thrives in particular ecological niches, frequently associating with specific tree species, highlighting its specialized habitat requirements.

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Attributes of Two spored milkcap

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Cap Diameter
4 - 13 cm
Height
3 - 8 cm
Cap
Cap 5 - 15 cm in diameter; convex; buff; very firm, slightly sticky when moist; margin inrolled, very soon hairless
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Depressed
Gills
Shortly decurrent; well-spaced; rosy buff later tawnv or cinnamon
Stem
Stem 2 - 5 cm in length, 8 - 20 mm thick; short, stubby; whitish, buff to pale ochre; solid or with one or more small cavities
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Flesh
Very firm; whitish
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mild, with a pungent fruity hint.
Body Color
BrownYellowWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Two spored milkcap by these plants
Oaks, Spruces, English oak
Species Status
Mainly in Europe
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Two spored milkcap

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Russulales
Family
Russulaceae
Genus
Milk-caps
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Toxicity and Edibility of Two spored milkcap

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Is Two spored milkcap Toxic?

Consuming the two-spored milkcap mushroom can lead to digestive issues such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea. More severe effects may include visual disturbances and possible harm to internal organs. It's crucial to be careful with this fungus, as mistaking it for edible types could be dangerous. Where and when it grows, along with environmental factors, also heavily influence its presence and abundance.

Toxins type
Terpenoid
Type of poisoning
Gastrointestinal
Toxic Severity
Moderate toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-4 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Common symptoms include gastrointestinal distress, characterized by nausea, vomiting, cramps, and diarrhea. In more severe cases, poisoning can lead to issues beyond the digestive system, such as vision problems, movement disorders like tremors or ataxia, and potential damage to vital organs like the liver and kidneys.