Cortinarius violaceus
Cortinarius violaceus
Cortinarius violaceus (pronunciation: kor-tin-AR-ee-us vio-LA-cee-us), also known as the Violet Webcap or Violet Cort, is a species of fungus in the family Cortinariaceae.
Etymology
The genus name Cortinarius is derived from the Latin word cortina, meaning "curtain", referring to the partial veil or "cortina" that covers the gills of the young fruit bodies. The species epithet violaceus is Latin for "violet", referring to the distinctive color of the mushroom.
Description
The Cortinarius violaceus is a small to medium-sized mushroom with a cap that ranges from 3 to 10 cm in diameter. The cap is convex when young, but flattens with age, and is a deep violet color. The gills are also violet, and are covered by a cortina in young specimens. The stipe is cylindrical, and ranges from 4 to 12 cm in length and 1 to 2 cm in thickness. The flesh is violet, and the spore print is rusty brown.
Habitat and distribution
Cortinarius violaceus is found in both coniferous and deciduous forests, and is widely distributed in North America and Europe. It is typically found growing on the ground, often in moss, from late summer to late autumn.
Edibility
While not poisonous, Cortinarius violaceus is generally considered inedible due to its bitter taste.
Related terms
- Mycology: The study of fungi.
- Cortinariaceae: A large family of mushrooms, including the genus Cortinarius.
- Spore: A reproductive unit in fungi.
- Mushroom: The fruiting body of a fungus.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cortinarius violaceus
- Wikipedia's article - Cortinarius violaceus
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