Amanita parcivolvata

Growing at a disturbed forest edge, on a chert driveway. Gordon County, GA, US. September 2, 2020.

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Barry

Lion

Any idea where the name comes from? Posted 5 years ago
1. Flown Kimmerling
  
  Lion
  
  I'm guessing you are referring to the species name "parcivolvata" ? Seems like it would translate to "moderate/small volva"? This species does not have a prominent volva--especially in its mature form.
  
  If you are referring to the common name, False Caesar's mushroom, it may be because people often mistake it for the edible Amanita section. Caesareae. I've actually seen more people mistake it for Amanita muscaria (or related species). Posted 5 years ago
2. 1. Barry
    
    Lion
    
    It was the Caesar part - thanks Posted 5 years ago
  2. 1. Flown Kimmerling
      
      Lion
      
      No problem! Really good question to ask! Posted 5 years ago

Christine Young

Lion

Fantastic shot, Lisa! Posted 5 years ago
1. Flown Kimmerling
  
  Lion
  
  Thank you, Twinsie! This is one is definitely one of my favorites from my recent photos! Posted 5 years ago

The False Caesar's Mushroom

''Amanita parcivolvata'' is a fungus that produces fruit bodies that vaguely resemble those of ''Amanita muscaria''. It is differentiated, however, by its lack of an annulus, by the volval deposits on its stipe/base, and by its pileal striations.

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Similar species: Agaricales

Species identified by Flown Kimmerling