The kingdom of mushrooms boasts the most original and rare specimens, some of them are poisonous, while others are tasty and healthy. Hairy mycena is an unusual fungus belonging to the Mycene family, the order of the Lamellar.
What hairy mycenae look like
In height, fruit bodies reach 1 cm, but there are specimens that grow up to 3-4 cm. The diameter of the cap does not exceed 4 mm. It has small hairs that give a mysterious look. As evidenced by the results of the work of mycologists, it is the presence of hair that scares animals and insects. This is a kind of protection from enemies.
Where hairy mycenae grow
These hairy representatives were found by mycological scientists in Australia, near Booyong. Mycenae are rare enough, so they have not been fully studied. The exact time of appearance has not been established.
Is it possible to eat mycene hairy
The more unusual a representative of the mushroom kingdom looks, the more dangerous it is to eat. Due to the small study of the mushroom, it is better not to touch it with your hands and not collect it in a basket, because there is always a risk of getting poisoned.
Mushroom fruits can cause unpleasant symptoms some time after eating. Not all people are equally affected by poisoning. Sometimes the signs are similar to malaise, so the person does not seek help from the hospital. Poisoning usually manifests itself in the form of nausea, pain in the abdominal region, fever, decreased heart rate, hallucinations. When the first symptoms of food poisoning appear, it is necessary to wash the stomach and call a doctor as soon as possible.
Hairy mycena is a special mushroom that repels insects with its fluffy appearance. It is poorly studied, therefore, it is necessary to refuse from collection and consumption. It has no twins, in this regard, it cannot be confused with other species.
