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Psilocybe allenii

A species of Psilocybe.

Psilocybe allenii, a small mushroom, frequently appears on decaying timber. Its dome-shaped cap is a pale yellowish-brown, deepening to a darker brown at its center. These mushrooms exhibit color variations based on their moisture content, complicating their identification. The gills beneath the cap are spaced at intervals of four gill-widths and transition from light gray to deep purple as they develop. This species is not for consumption.

Attributes of Psilocybe allenii

Cap Diameter

1.5 - 9 cm

Height

4 - 10 cm

Cap

Cap 1.5 - 9 cm across; broadly convex; brown; smooth; margin straight and slightly curved inward

Cap Shape

Convex, Flat

Cap Surfaces

Slimy or slightly sticky, Visible lines or stripes

Gills

Adnate to sinuate attachment; initially cream to pale gray brown, dark purple when the spores mature

Gill Attachment

Attached

Stem

Stem 4 - 7 cm long, 2 - 7 mm thick; cylindrical, base slightly thicker; white, yellow; surface smooth

Stem Shapes

Club Shaped

Flesh

Thin; brittle; bruising blue

Ring

Ringless

Spore Print Color

Dark brown, sometimes with violet shades

Odor

Mild, nondescript with a hint of flouriness.

Body Color

Brown

Flesh Bruises

Discolor to blue

Growth Form

Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious

Nutrient Gathering

Saprophytic

Substrate

Wood Chips or Mulch

Occurence Habitats

Disturbed Lands

Scientific Classification of Psilocybe allenii

Phylum

Club fungi

Class

Mushroom-forming fungi

Order

Gilled fungi

Family

Hymenogastraceae

Genus

Psilocybe

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Toxicity and Edibility of Psilocybe allenii

Is Psilocybe allenii Toxic?

Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.

Is Psilocybe allenii Toxic to Dogs?

Psilocybe allenii can be dangerous to dogs. If your pet has consumed this mushroom, seek immediate veterinary attention. Symptoms may vary, but early intervention is crucial for the best outcome.

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