Amanita fulva - Поплавок жёлто-коричневый - Tawny Grisette

Amanita fulva - Поплавок жёлто-коричневый - Tawny Grisette - Rotbrauner Streifling 8/27/16—9/12/24

Amanita fulva, commonly known as the Tawny Grisette, is a basidiomycete fungus belonging to the Amanita genus. It is characterized by a tawny to orange-brown cap, which can reach up to 10 cm in diameter. The cap is smooth and lacks warts, while the white to pale yellow stem, which may grow up to 15 cm tall, features a distinct ring and a bulbous base without a volva. Advanced scientific research has shown that Amanita fulva is considered edible, as it does not contain significant levels of toxic compounds found in other Amanita species, such as α-amanitin and phalloidin. The Tawny Grisette is widely distributed across Europe, including parts of Russia, where it is known as Поплавок жёлто-коричневый. It forms ectomycorrhizal relationships with various tree species, particularly deciduous trees like oaks, beeches, and birches, and is typically encountered during late summer and autumn. Amanita fulva produces white, elliptical spores that measure approximately 9-11 µm by 6-8 µm. The spore print is also white, making it a key characteristic for identification. An estimated 1-2 million spores are produced per fruiting body, which are dispersed by wind and rain. Although Amanita fulva is considered edible, it is crucial to exercise caution when foraging, as the Tawny Grisette can be easily confused with other toxic Amanita species. Proper identification is essential to avoid accidental ingestion of poisonous mushrooms. In German, this fungus is known as Rotbrauner Streifling, a name that reflects its tawny color and its close relationship with the Amanita genus.