Zhuliangomyces illinitus is a mushroom-forming fungus species of genus Zhuliangomyces in the family Amanitaceae in the order Agaricales. It has recently been known as Limacella illinita, and previously as Agaricus illinitus and Mastocephalus illinitus. The fungus is known for its distinctive slimy cap, for which it is commonly known as the dripping slimecap or the overflowing slimy stem. As L. illinita, it was commonly known as the white limacella.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Dripping Slimecap being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Phylum
- Basidiomycota
- Class
- Agaricomycetes
- Order
- Agaricales
- Family
- Amanitaceae
- Genus
- Zhuliangomyces
- Species
- Zhuliangomyces illinitus
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