Fragile dapperling

Leucocoprinus fragilissimus

A species of Leucocoprinus.

The delicate dapperling, a species found in tropical and subtropical forests, lives up to its name. Its extreme tenderness and fragility make harvesting it quite difficult. The remarkably slender stem breaks with ease. While its edibility remains undetermined, this mushroom is likely too insubstantial to serve as a meal.

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Attributes of Fragile dapperling

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Cap Diameter
1 - 5 cm
Height
4 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 1.5 - 4.5 cm across; planoconvex, nearly flat; white, yellowish
Cap Shape
Flat, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Free; distant; pale yellow
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 4 - 9 cm long, 1 - 2 mm thick; pale yellow to nearly white; exceedingly fragile
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Surfaces
Smooth
Flesh
Yellowish
Ring
With Ring
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy, not distinctive.
Body Color
GreenYellowWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands

Scientific Classification of Fragile dapperling

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Agaricaceae
Genus
Leucocoprinus
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Toxicity and Edibility of Fragile dapperling

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Is Fragile dapperling Toxic?

The fragile dapperling thrives in warm, humid environments, especially in the later parts of summer and autumn. Its defining characteristic is its frail, delicate form. Ingestion of this mushroom can lead to various health issues including severe stomach pain, queasiness, throwing up, loose stools, potential fluid loss, tiredness, shaking limbs, and profuse perspiration. Despite its toxicity, consuming it is not advised.

Type of poisoning
Gastrointestinal
Toxic Severity
Low toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-6 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Characterized by acute abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Dehydration due to excessive fluid loss may also transpire. Concurrently, potential symptoms of fatigue, trembling limbs, and excessive sweating may be observed.

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