Club-foot
A species of Ampulloclitocybe, Also known as Fat-footed clitocybe Scientific name : Ampulloclitocybe clavipes Genus : Ampulloclitocybe
Club-foot, A species of Ampulloclitocybe
Also known as:
Fat-footed clitocybe
Scientific name: Ampulloclitocybe clavipes
Genus: Ampulloclitocybe
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Description
The club-foot (Ampulloclitocybe clavipes) is a rather nondescript mushroom that grows across Europe and North America. The species has a large, smooth cap that is usually brown in color but may be tinged with olive, tan, or cream; it also sports a bulbous, bolete-like stem (thus the common name). The species is not considered edible due to reports of adverse reactions.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
Gray
Habitat
The club-foot grows in mixed forests but it's primarily associated with coniferous trees. This fungus exists in a symbiotic relationship with a host tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides the fungus with sugars and amino acids.
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General Info
Toxicity
Club-foot is identified by its gastrointestinal toxin which may cause mild upset, including symptoms such as nausea, stomach cramps, diarrhoea, and occasional vomiting. Morphologically distinct, it shouldn't be mistaken for non-toxic varieties. Prevalent in certain conditions and seasons, it's crucial to approach with caution to maintain human health.
Habitat
The club-foot grows in mixed forests but it's primarily associated with coniferous trees. This fungus exists in a symbiotic relationship with a host tree’s roots, helping it absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides the fungus with sugars and amino acids.
Growth Form
Solitary, gregarious
Sporocarp Height
3 inches
Cap Diameter
3 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Odor fragrant and fruity
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Widely distributed throughout Europe and Asia.
Distribution Area
North America,Europe, Central America,northern Asia
How to identify it?
Photo By Jerzy Opioła , used under CC-BY-SA-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Waxgills Genus
Ampulloclitocybe Species
Club-foot