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Rough-legged Entoloma is an inedible species of the Entolomov family. It grows in coniferous and mixed forests in small families. Since the mushroom contains toxins, it is necessary to know its external data so that it does not accidentally fall into the basket and cause food poisoning.
What does Entoloma spiky look like?
Rough-legged entoloma is an inedible representative of the mushroom kingdom. In order not to harm yourself and your loved ones, acquaintance with Entoloma Shershavonozhkova must begin with a description.
Cap Description
At an early stage of growth, the fungus has a small bell-shaped cap. With age, the surface acquires a hemispherical shape with a slight elevation in the center. The hat is covered with a thin dark brown skin, which changes color to light coffee in dry weather.
The pulp is fragile and dense, painted in the color of the cap. When broken, an unpleasant odor appears. The spore layer is formed by rare plates, which partially adhere to the stem. In young specimens, they are snow-white, then they turn pink, with age they become light brown.
Description of the leg
The leg of the species is high, 9-16 cm long. It is covered with light coffee scales, darkening towards the bottom. The pulp is fibrous with an unpleasant smell and taste.
Is the mushroom edible or not?
Entoloma sciatica is a mushroom that is not eaten. The pulp contains toxins, so if eaten, it can cause food poisoning. In order not to cause harm to health, it is necessary to have an idea of the appearance and know how to provide first aid in case of poisoning.
Symptoms of poisoning, first aid
Symptoms of intoxication when using entoloma shershavonozhkova:
- nausea;
- weakness;
- vomiting;
- rapid breathing;
- pain in the epigastric region.
When the first signs appear, you must immediately provide first aid:
- call a doctor;
- provide the patient with a horizontal position and release from tight clothing;
- provide access to fresh air;
- provide plenty of drink;
- give poisoned adsorbents and laxatives.
Where and how to grow
In Our Country, this species is extremely rare. It can be seen among deciduous and spruce trees, in sunny glades, among berry bushes. It grows in small groups, rarely single specimens. The species begins fruiting from July, it lasts until the first frost.
Twins and their differences
Rough-legged entoloma has a poisonous counterpart. Spring – a small view, dark brown color. The hat is small, hemispherical in shape, the stem is thin and long. Prefers to grow in groups, in temperate regions. Comes into fruiting from the end of May, lasts until mid-July. The fungus is inedible; when eaten, it causes mild intoxication.
Conclusion
Rough-legged entoloma is an inedible species that grows in small families in mixed and coniferous forests. In order not to make a mistake in choosing and not harm your health, you should not collect forest gifts related to this species.