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Side view of deathcap mushroom (Amanita phalloides) on Stubblefield section of Lone Star hiking trail north from ... 6 in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, April 17, 2021



The Amanita phalloides mushroom, commonly known as the deathcap, is seen here in a side view on the Stubblefield section of the Lone Star hiking trail, located north of Trailhead No. 6 in Sam Houston National Forest, Texas. The photograph was taken on April 17, 2021. – generated by AI

The image presents a close-up view of a deathcap mushroom (Amanita phalloides) lying on the ground, captured from the side.

* **Mushroom Cap:**
* The cap is white and flat, with a slightly concave shape.
* It appears to be covered in dirt and debris, suggesting it has recently fallen or been disturbed.
* **Stem:**
* The stem is long and slender, extending from the base of the cap to the top of the image.
* It is also white and appears to be free of any visible damage or decay.
* **Gills:**
* The gills are not clearly visible in this image, but they can be inferred by the slight curvature of the stem where it meets the cap.
* The gills are typically white and crowded, with a rounded edge.
* **Substrate:**
* The mushroom is lying on top of a layer of dirt, leaves, and twigs.
* The substrate appears to be moist and humid, suggesting that the mushroom has recently grown in this location.

In summary, the image provides a detailed view of a deathcap mushroom growing in its natural habitat. The mushroom's white cap and stem are visible, along with the surrounding substrate. – AI vision

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