Cortinarius semisanguineus - Паутинник краснопластинковый - Blood-red Webcap - Blutroter Schleimfuß 10/2/09—10/12/24
Cortinarius semisanguineus, commonly known as the blood-red webcap, is a striking mushroom found in mixed and deciduous forests throughout Europe and North America.
The cap of C. semisanguineus is convex, with a diameter of up to 12cm. It has a bright red color, sometimes with an orange tinge, and a viscid texture when moist. The stem is also bright red and has a veil that leaves a ring around the stem. The gills are initially yellowish but become rusty brown as the mushroom matures. The spore print is rust-colored, and the spores themselves are elliptical and ornamented with small bumps, measuring 8-12µm in length.
C. semisanguineus is a mycorrhizal mushroom, forming a symbiotic relationship with trees and other plants. It is often found growing in association with beech trees. It is distributed throughout Europe and North America.
The fruiting body of C. semisanguineus is considered edible, although some individuals may have an adverse reaction to it. It contains a number of bioactive compounds, including antioxidant and antimicrobial compounds.
In addition to its potential medicinal properties, C. semisanguineus has also been studied for its ability to degrade synthetic dyes in wastewater. The mushroom has been shown to effectively remove dyes from wastewater, making it a potential eco-friendly solution to textile dye pollution.
Overall, Cortinarius semisanguineus is a visually striking mushroom with potential uses in medicine and environmental remediation. However, it should always be properly identified by an expert before consumption.
Cortinarius semisanguineus - Паутинник краснопластинковый - Blood-red Webcap - Blutroter Schleimfuß