Amanita Species in North America

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Amanitas of North America

Authors: Britt Bunyard and Jay Justice

Discover the fascinating world of Amanitas, arguably the most recognized mushrooms globally. This comprehensive guide explores over 120 species and species groups of Amanitas found in North America, including both common and rare varieties.

Key Features:

Rich History: Delves into the history of mushroom research and mythology.
In-Depth Content: Covers mushroom physiology, chemistry, and toxicology.
Related Groups: Includes information on the genus Limacella and fungal parasites of Amanitas.
Complete Reference: Ideal for mushroom hunters, mycophiles, citizen scientists, and academic mycologists.

Species Profiles:

Each profile contains:

Occurrence details
Ecology
Edibility and toxicology
Etymology
Macro- and micro-morphology characteristics

Visuals:

Over 350 stunning color photographs enhance the guide.

Specifications: 340 pages

Amanitas of North America is the first-ever complete reference for anyone interested in these captivating mushrooms, balancing safety with exploration in the realm of mycology.

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Amanitas of North America

By Britt Bunyard and Jay Justice

Uncover the fascinating world of Amanitas of North America! Amanitas are arguably essentially the most acknowledged and intriguing mushrooms on the planet. Distinguished by their massive and placing look, Amanita species are present in various environments wherever terrestrial vegetation thrive. These fascinating fungi have impressed numerous legends, often make headlines, and have even influenced the course of world historical past.

Many Amanita species are wanted as connoisseur edibles and could be present in markets worldwide. Nonetheless, warning is important, as some species are infamous for inflicting deadly incidents amongst careless foragers—accounting for 90% of mushroom-related fatalities.

Amanitas of North America showcases photographs and descriptions of over 120 species and species teams of Amanitas discovered throughout North America. The guide consists of not solely essentially the most generally encountered species but additionally uncommon and lesser-known varieties. Moreover, it delves into the historical past of mushroom analysis and mythology, mushroom physiology and chemistry, and toxicology.

This complete reference additionally options chapters on the genus Limacella, a carefully associated group throughout the Amanitaceae, in addition to on widespread fungal parasites that have an effect on Amanitas.

Amanitas of North America is the primary full useful resource for mushroom hunters, mycophiles, citizen scientists, and educational mycologists alike. Every species profile gives important data, together with: