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The blood-headed rotten (Marasmius haematocephala) is a rare and therefore little studied species. This specimen got its name due to the domed hat of rich red color. Outwardly, he seems disproportionate, since his cap rests on a very thin and long leg.
What does the bloody head look like?
Due to its unusual shape, this species resembles Chinese umbrellas. In addition, these mushrooms are bioluminescent, which allows them to glow in the dark.
Cap Description
As already mentioned, the hat is domed, red-crimson hue. On its surface there are longitudinal, slightly extruded and symmetrical stripes with respect to each other. On the inside, the plates are even, painted white.
Description of the leg
The leg of this specimen is cylindrical, thin and long. As a rule, it is painted in a brown or dark brown shade.
Where and how to grow
It grows on old and fallen branches of trees, united in small groups. It is believed that most often this species can be found in the tropical jungles of Brazil.
Is the mushroom edible or not?
It is classified as an inedible mushroom. There is no reliable information on toxicity.
Twins and their differences
In terms of the size and shape of the fruiting body, the species in question is similar to many representatives of this genus, however, due to the specific color, it cannot be confused with any other fungus. That is why we can conclude that he has no twins.
Conclusion
The blood-headed rotten-head is a rare mushroom that fascinates with its unusual beauty. Some representatives of the Negniuchnikov family are well-known and widespread almost all over the world. However, the instance in question is not included in this number. This species has been little studied, it is only known that it is one of the inedible mushrooms and has the ability to glow at night.