Slimy mushrooms Limacella illinita(?) near Dibuny, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 20, 2017
Unnamed Road, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197758Synonyms: Agaricus illinitus, Amanitella illinita, Lepiota illinita, Mastocephalus illinitus, Myxoderma illinitum.
Common names: overflowing slimy stem, dripping slimecap.
Russian name: Limatsella maslyanaya.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Limacella illinita, or Overflowing Slimy Stem, is a mushroom in the genus Limacella, in the family Amanitaceae.
Limacella illinita is a species of fungus that belongs to the family Amanitaceae. It is a rare and poorly known species. In St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, it has been found in mixed forests, typically growing on the ground in association with coniferous trees. Records from north-western Russia indicate that the fungus fruits in late summer to early autumn, often in areas with rich soil and abundant leaf litter. The cap is typically 3-6 cm in diameter, convex to flat, and brownish-gray in color, with a distinctive slimy appearance when moist. The stem is slender, cylindrical, and white to light gray. Further research is needed to fully understand the distribution and ecology of Limacella illinita in this region.
Slimy mushrooms Limacella illinita(?) near Dibuny, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 20, 2017Unnamed Road, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197758Observations of Limacella illinita in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia reveal that the fungus grows in specific environments. On August 20, 2017, slimy mushrooms resembling Limacella illinita were found near Dibuny, northwest of Saint Petersburg. The habitat of these fungi typically consists of moist areas with rich soil, often near deciduous or mixed forests. The fruiting bodies of L. illinita are characterized by their slimy caps and stems, which can range in color from white to yellowish or brownish hues. In the observed region, the fungus was found to grow in small groups or scattered individuals, often associated with other species of fungi and plants that thrive in similar conditions. The appearance of L. illinita in this area suggests a preference for temperate climates with adequate moisture and organic matter. Further observations are needed to confirm the identity and distribution of this species.
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