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Common cobweb (lat. Cortinarius trivialis) is a small mushroom of the Spider web family. The second name – Pribolotnik – he received for his preferences for growing conditions. It is found in wet, swampy areas.
A detailed description of the common spiderweb with photos and videos is presented below.
Description of the common cobweb
The mushroom was named the cobweb for a kind of “veil” of a cobweb film present in young specimens. The rest of the appearance is unremarkable.
Cap Description
The cap of the Bolotnik is small: 3-8 cm in diameter. At the initial stage of development, it has the shape of a hemisphere, which later opens up. The color of the hat varies from pale yellow tones to ocher and light brown shades. The core is darker than the edges.
The cap is sticky to the touch, there is a small amount of mucus on it. The surface of the hymenophore is lamellar. In young fruiting bodies it is white, while in mature specimens it darkens to yellowish and brown tones.
The pulp is dense and fleshy, white, with a sharp smell.
Description of the leg
Leg 6-10 cm in height, diameter 1,5-2 cm. Slightly narrowed towards the base. There are instances with a reverse structure – at the bottom there is a small extension. The color of the legs is white, closer to the ground it darkens to a brown hue. At the top of the cobweb cover are brown concentric fibrous bands. From the middle of the legs to the base – weakly expressed.
Where and how to grow
Bolotnik can be found under birches and aspens, infrequently under alder. Rarely found in coniferous forests. Grows singly or in small groups, in damp places.
In Our Country, the distribution range of the species falls on the middle climatic zone.
Fruiting from July to September.
Edible cobweb ordinary or not
The nutritional properties of the common spider web have not been studied, but it does not apply to edible mushrooms. This species cannot be eaten.
Related specimens contain dangerous toxins in the pulp.
Symptoms of poisoning, first aid
The danger of toxic species of this family is that the first signs of poisoning appear gradually: up to 1-2 weeks after eating mushrooms. The symptoms look like this:
- strong thirst;
- nausea, vomiting;
- stomach ache;
- spasms in the lumbar region.
If you find the first signs of poisoning, you should immediately consult a doctor or call an ambulance. Before receiving qualified treatment, you need:
- wash the stomach with activated charcoal;
- drinking plenty of water (3-5 tablespoons of boiled water in small sips);
- take a laxative to clear the bowels.
Twins and their differences
The bogweed is confused with other members of the family, as they are quite similar. The greatest similarity is noted with the cobweb mucous (lat. Cortinarius mucosus).
Hat 5-10 cm in diameter. It has a thin edge and a thick center, abundantly covered with transparent mucus. The leg is slender, cylindrical, 6-12 cm long, 1-2 cm thick.
It differs from Pribolotnik in abundant mucus and the shape of the cap.
Grows in coniferous and mixed forests under pines. Fruiting singly.
Mucus cobweb (lat. Cortinarius mucifluus) is another twin of the Pribolotnik, which is also confused with the slimy cobweb because of the similar name. The hat, 10-12 cm in diameter, is richly covered with mucus. Leg 20 cm long in the form of a spindle, also in mucus. Prefers coniferous forests.
It differs from Pribolotnik in abundant mucus and a longer leg.
Conclusion
The common cobweb is an inedible mushroom, its properties have not been fully studied. May be confused with other members of the family, whose consumption is not recommended. The greatest similarity was noted with the slimy cobweb and the slimy cobweb, but they can be distinguished by the hat. In the latter, it is abundantly covered with mucus.
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