entoloma sinuatum
Noun A species of poisonous mushroom in the genus Entoloma. It is characterized by a large cap that initially appears white, livid, or lead-colored and later changes to a yellowish or tan hue. It is commonly known as the "livid pinkgill" or "lead poisoner" and is recognized as dangerously toxic if ingested.
This term is used specifically in mycology (the study of fungi) and foraging contexts to identify this particular toxic mushroom species. It is a scientific binomial name (genus + species).
Examples * The forager carefully avoided the Entoloma sinuatum growing at the edge of the woods. * A key identifying feature of Entoloma sinuatum is the color change of its cap. * Entoloma sinuatum contains toxins that can cause severe gastrointestinal distress.
- The name Entoloma sinuatum is often used in field guides and scientific literature with the genus abbreviated after first use: .
- It is frequently discussed in warnings about poisonous mushrooms due to its resemblance to some edible varieties.
- Livid Pinkgill: The most common common name for this mushroom, referring to its pink gills and often livid (bluish-gray) cap color.
- Lead Poisoner: Another common name, alluding to its lead-colored cap and poisonous nature.
- Entoloma: The genus name for a large group of mushrooms, many of which have pink gill spores.
- Poisonous mushroom
- Toxic fungus
- Livid pinkgill (common name)
- Lead poisoner (common name)
- Mycology: The branch of biology concerned with the study of fungi.
- Agaric: A type of mushroom with gills, which includes the genus .
- Foraging: The act of searching for wild food resources, where correct identification of species like is critical for safety.
- a deadly poisonous agaric; a large cap that is first white (livid or lead-colored) and then turns yellowish or tan