Red-tinged daperling

Leucoagaricus rubrotinctus

A species of Leucoagaricus. Also known as Red-tinged Lepiota.

This stunning fungi is among the initial species to emerge following the initial spring precipitation. The red-tinted dapperling (Leucoagaricus rubrotinctus) is readily identifiable by its youthful, coral-red cap, which retains a pinkish hue centrally even as it develops. Harvesting and consuming this species is not advisable due to its indeterminate edibility status.

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Attributes of Red-tinged daperling

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Cap Diameter
2 - 7 cm
Height
3 - 12 cm
Cap
Cap 3 - 6 cm across; convex, flat; red or red-brown
Cap Shape
Convex, Central Bump, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Fibrillose-scaly
Gills
Free; close; white; not bruising or staining
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 3 - 10 cm long, 5 - 10 mm thick; white, brown
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
White; unchanging when sliced
Ring
With Ring
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mild, indistinct mushroom smell.
Body Color
BrownWhiteOrangePink
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil, Wood Chips or Mulch
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland, Coniferous Woodland, Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Widely distributed
Endangered Species
No

Scientific Classification of Red-tinged daperling

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Agaricaceae
Genus
Leucoagaricus
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Toxicity and Edibility of Red-tinged daperling

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Is Red-tinged daperling Toxic?

The mushroom known as Red-tinged daperling harbors compounds detrimental to the digestive system. Ingestion may lead to mild upset in the stomach and bowels. It possesses unique physical traits that distinguish it from edible varieties. Nevertheless, always refrain from eating mushrooms unless their edibility is confirmed.

Type of poisoning
Gastrointestinal
Toxic Severity
Low toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-4 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Experience of minor digestive upset in the stomach and intestines.

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