Cortinarius traganus - Паутинник козлиный - Goat's-foot Cortinarius

Cortinarius traganus - Паутинник козлиный - Goat's-foot Cortinarius - Ziegenfüßiger-Schleierling 8/31/16—8/19/24

Cortinarius traganus, commonly known as the goat's-foot cortinarius, is a member of the family Cortinariaceae. It is a medium-sized mushroom found in broadleaf and mixed forests throughout Europe and North America. The cap of C. traganus is convex to flat, with a diameter of 5-15cm. Its color varies from gray-brown to reddish-brown, and it is covered with fine fibers that give it a silky appearance. The stem is tough and fibrous, and can be up to 10cm long. It is usually lighter in color than the cap, and has a bulbous base that gives it a distinctive "goat's foot" appearance. The gills are initially pale grayish-yellow, but darken with age to a rusty brown color. The spore print is rusty brown, and the spores themselves are elliptical and ornamented with small bumps, measuring 8-12µm in length. C. traganus is mycorrhizal, forming a mutualistic relationship with trees and other plants. It is found in a variety of forest habitats, including beech, oak, and coniferous forests. It is distributed throughout Europe and North America. The fruiting body of C. traganus is edible and has a mild taste, but it is not commonly consumed due to its tough texture. However, it has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including inflammation and fever. Recent research has focused on the potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of C. traganus, which may make it useful in the development of new drugs. Overall, Cortinarius traganus is an interesting and important fungus with a wide range of potential uses in scientific research and traditional medicine. However, caution should be exercised when consuming any wild mushroom, as some species can be toxic or deadly.