Unusual mushrooms

mushrooms may be edible, deadly, amazingly beautiful, magical and unremarkable. Although there are people who are well versed in the different kinds of mushrooms, many of them may have never met with these representatives, who are distinguished by their eccentric views. Here are a dozen of the most unusual fungi that occur naturally: 1. Trametes raznotsvetnyy

Trametes versicolor - a type of fungus that is common throughout the world and grows mainly in the trunks of dead trees, and is notable for its colorful stripes. Himself inedible mushroom in the usual sense, but it is often used in traditional Chinese medicine. Recently, scientists have also found that the material in this fungus boosts immunity, and can be used as adjuvant in the treatment of cancer. 2. Mushroom "bleeding tooth"

Hydnellum peckii or, as it is called mushroom "bleeding tooth" is often found in coniferous forests in the north-western parts of the Pacific and in central Europe. It's hard not to notice: bright red liquid released from the pores of the fungus resembles some crime scene in nature. In fact, this fungus is not toxic, but deters predators and people are very bitter taste. As for the "blood", the analysis showed that the liquid contains anticoagulant atromentin which properties similar to the natural anticoagulant heparin. 3. Mushroom "earthen asterisk"

Mushroom "earthen asterisk" or geastrum refers to triple-Puffball mushrooms that can be found in various locations and elevations throughout the world. This unusual fungus changes its appearance after emerges from the ground. His "rays" are bent down, round fruit body is lifted and releases spores into the air. In some American Indian tribes, this fungus is known for its medicinal properties, as well as according to the legend, he predicts the upcoming celestial phenomenon. 4. False morel

False morels Gyromitra esculenta species in appearance very similar to the brain, but a dark purple or brown. These fungi are called "mushrooms, steak ', as they are a delicacy when properly prepared. If you do not have the skills to prepare this fungus, such a dish can be fatal. In its raw form, these mushrooms are poisonous and before you use it in a recipe, unless of course you are willing to take the risk, it must be carefully steamed. 5. Hericium erinaceus 78,396,124

Hericium erinaceus, which is also called "monkey head", "bearded tooth" or "lion's mane" at first glance, does not cause any association with the fungus. This edible mushroom grows on living and dead trees, and cooked resembles the color and texture of seafood. It not only taste good, but is used in traditional Chinese medicine, having antioxidant properties and reducing the level of glucose in the blood. 6. Bioluminescent Mushroom

Mushroom mycena species Mycena Chlorophos - is one of 71 species of bioluminescent mushrooms that glow green. Bioluminescent mushrooms grow in Malaysia, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico and Puerto Rico, and feature soft yellow-green glow. Bioluminescence caused material similar to that present in fireflies. 7. Mitinus dog

Mitinus dog, whose Latin name sounds like Mutinus caninus comes from the Roman phallic deity Mutinus Mutunus, which means "like a dog". Interestingly, the dark tip mitinusa attracts insects and different smell like cat feces. Sami edible fungi might, but they are not recommended to eat. 8. Coral grib

Coral mushroom Clavaria kind of looks like he needs to grow anywhere on the coral reef. Scientists have determined that there are about 1,200 species of fungi klavariya, which differ in different shades, from white to bright orange and purple. These mushrooms grow in many places, mainly in tropical areas and are considered inedible. 9. Reshetochnik red 78,413,603

Reshetochnik red, according to the description of one of the researchers, looks like "an alien from a science fiction film." The fungus matures in white egg-shaped body and takes the form of a ball grid bright red color. In addition, the red is a relative reshetochnik veselok mushrooms that smell is not very pleasant, recalling the smell of rotten meat and feces. 10. Sky Blue grib

Sky Blue mushroom species Entoloma hochstetteri inhabit the forests of New Zealand and India. These blue mushrooms can be poisonous, but their toxicity is little studied. Its distinctive blue color it has acquired through azulinu pigment contained in the fruit body, which is also found in some marine invertebrates.

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