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The kingdom of mushrooms boasts the most original and rare specimens, some of them are poisonous, while others are tasty and healthy. Mycena hairy is an unusual mushroom that is part of the Mycene family, the order Lamellar.
What do hairy mycenae look like?
Fruiting bodies reach 1 cm in height, but there are specimens that grow up to 3-4 cm. The diameter of the cap does not exceed 4 mm. On it there are small hairs, giving a mysterious look. According to the results of the work of mycologists, it is the presence of hair that frightens animals and insects. This is a kind of protection from enemies.
Where do hairy mycenae grow
These hairy representatives were found by mycological scientists in Australia, near Booyong. Mycenae are quite rare, so they have not been fully studied. The time of appearance has not been precisely established.
Is it possible to eat hairy mycenae
The more unusual the representative of the mushroom kingdom looks, the more dangerous it is to eat. Due to the little knowledge of the fungus, it is better not to touch it with your hands and not to collect it in a basket, because there is always a risk of getting poisoned.
Mushroom fruits can cause unpleasant symptoms some time after eating. Not all people are equally affected by poisoning. Sometimes the symptoms are similar to malaise, so the person does not go to the hospital for help. Poisoning usually manifests itself in the form of nausea, pain in the abdominal region, fever, decreased pulse, hallucinations. When the first symptoms of food poisoning appear, it is necessary to do a gastric lavage and call a doctor as soon as possible.
Mycena hairy is a special mushroom that repels insects with its fluffy appearance. Little studied, therefore, the collection and consumption of food must be abandoned. It does not have twins, in this regard, it cannot be confused with other species.
