Gyromitra infula

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Definition

Noun: A species of poisonous fungus characterized by a saddle-shaped cap. The fertile, spore-producing surface of this fungus is a dull yellow to brown color and has a relatively even, not highly wrinkled, appearance.

Usage Notes
  • This is a specific scientific name for a type of mushroom. It is used in formal contexts like mycology (the study of fungi), field guides, and discussions about foraging or fungal toxicity.
  • The term is typically used in its full binomial form, . Common names for this fungus include the "hooded false morel" or "elfin saddle."
  • It is critical to note that this fungus is poisonous and should not be consumed.
Examples
  • Scientific/Identification Context:
    • While hiking, the mycologist carefully documented the discovery of Gyromitra infula growing on rotten wood.
    • The key distinguishing feature of Gyromitra infula is its saddle-shaped cap with a relatively smooth, brownish surface.
  • Warning Context:
    • Foragers must learn to differentiate the true morel from the poisonous Gyromitra infula.
Advanced Usage
  • The genus name comes from Greek roots meaning "convoluted headband," referring to the shape of the cap. The species epithet is Latin for a type of priestly headband or fillet, also describing the cap's form.
  • In taxonomic writing, the name is often italicized, and the genus name may be abbreviated after first use (e.g., ).
Variants and Related Words
  • Hooded false morel (n): A common name for .
  • Elfin saddle (n): Another common name for this fungus.
  • Gyromitra (n): The genus to which this species belongs, containing other similar-looking fungi, some of which are also poisonous.
  • False morel (n): A general term for fungi in the genera and , which resemble true morels but are often toxic.
Synonyms
  • Hooded false morel
  • Elfin saddle
Important Note
  • This fungus contains gyromitrin, a toxin that can cause severe poisoning, including neurological symptoms and potential organ damage. It is not considered safe for consumption, even with cooking.
Noun
  1. a poisonous fungus; saddle-shaped and dull yellow to brown fertile part is relatively even

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