Hymenogastraceae - Гименогастровые - Hymenogastraceae Family

Hymenogastraceae - Гименогастровые - Hymenogastraceae Family - Hymenogastraceae Familie 9/13/14—10/19/24

The Hymenogastraceae family is a diverse group of basidiomycete fungi that includes over 100 species, distributed across several genera such as Hebeloma, Hymenogaster, and Psathyrella. Members of this family are characterized by their diverse forms, which can range from small, inconspicuous mushrooms to larger, more conspicuous fruiting bodies. Hymenogastraceae species exhibit a wide variety of colors, shapes, and textures, making them difficult to identify without expert knowledge. They can be found in a range of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas. Many of these fungi are saprophytic, decomposing organic material, while others form ectomycorrhizal relationships with various plants, playing a crucial role in nutrient cycling within ecosystems. Spore morphology varies across the Hymenogastraceae family, with some species producing smooth, ellipsoidal spores, while others have ornamented or irregularly shaped spores. Spore sizes also vary, depending on the species. These fungi generally produce a large number of spores, with mature fruiting bodies capable of releasing millions of them into the environment. The distribution of Hymenogastraceae species is widespread, with representatives found on all continents except Antarctica. Some species within this family are known to be edible, such as certain Hebeloma species, but others can be toxic, causing gastrointestinal distress or other symptoms if consumed. Due to the diversity and complexity of the Hymenogastraceae family, it is essential for mushroom foragers to exercise caution when collecting mushrooms, as misidentification can lead to accidental consumption of toxic species. It is advisable to consult field guides, expert mycologists, or local mycological societies for accurate identification and advice on edibility.

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Hygrophoraceae - Гигрофоровые - Waxy Caps - Schnecklinge

Nidulariaceae - Гнездовковые - Bird's Nest Fungi - Vogelnestpilze

Hymenogastraceae - Гименогастровые - Hymenogastraceae Family - Hymenogastraceae Familie 9/13/14—10/19/24

Alnicola scolecina - Альникола червивая - Wormy Alnicola - Wurmiger Erlen-Rotling

Галерина зачехлённая - Galerina calyptrata

Galerina pumila - Галерина карликовая - Dwarf Galerina - Zwergige Galerina

Galerina hypnorum - Галерина моховая - Moss Galerina - Moos-Galerina

Galerina marginata - Галерина окаймлённая - Funeral Bell - Geflecktblättriger Galerina

Гебелома горчичная - Hebeloma sinapizans

Hebeloma laterinum - Гебелома кирпичная - Brick Red Hebeloma - Ziegelrotes Hebeloma

Hebeloma crustuliniforme - Гебелома клейкая - Poison Pie - Gallertfleischiger Helmling

Hebeloma mesophaeum - Гебелома опоясанная - Veiled Poisonpie - Gürtelfleischiger Helmling

Гимнопил горький - Gymnopilus picreus

Gymnopilus penetrans - Гимнопил проникающий - Straw-yellow Gymnopilus - Gelbblättriger Hexenröhrling

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