The Fungi World (318) : Distinguished Inkcap

Distinguished inkcap is a very rare fungus species that is registered as ‘critically endangered’ on the Red List of vulnerable and threatened species !

Altough edible, it’s poisonous when consumed together with alcohol !
Even a small amount of alcohol that is consumed 2 days before or after eating this fungus can cause a heart attack !
So beware !

Dutch name : Zijige inktzwam
German name : Grosser Rausportintling
Latin name : Coprinopsis alopecia (syn. Coprinopsis insignis)