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Sulphur knight or gas agaric, Tricholoma sulphureum
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Sulphur knight or gas agaric, Tricholoma sulphureum
Sulphur knight or gas agaric, Tricholoma sulphureum, and Aniseed toadstool, Clitocybe odora.. Chromolithograph by C. Krause from Fritz Leubas Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms, Neuchatel, Switzerland, 1890. Fritz Leuba (1848-1910) was a mycologist and artist from Neuchatel, Switzerland
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Agaric Agaricus Aniseed Champignons Edible Fritz Knight Leuba Mushroom Mycology Neuchatel Poison Sulphur Toadstool Clitocybe Sulphureus Tricholoma
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts three distinct and intriguing mushroom species: the Sulphur Knight or Gas Agaric (Tricholoma sulphureum), the Aniseed Toadstool (Clitocybe odora), and the Agaricus Sulphureus, also known as the Sulphur Agaric. The image is taken from Fritz Leuba's seminal work, "Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms," published in Neuchatel, Switzerland, in 1890. Leuba, a renowned mycologist and artist from Switzerland, meticulously captured the essence of these fungi through his expert illustrations. The Sulphur Knight, or Tricholoma sulphureum, is a sulphur-yellow to orange-brown mushroom with a distinctive knight-like cap. It is often found in coniferous forests and is edible, although it can be somewhat bitter. The Gas Agaric, or Agaricus sulphureus, is a bright yellow mushroom that emits a foul-smelling hydrogen sulphide gas when bruised or cut. Despite its unpleasant odor, it is considered edible and even medicinal in some cultures. The Aniseed Toadstool, or Clitocybe odora, is a beautiful, anise-scented mushroom with a white cap and brown gills. It is a common find in deciduous forests and is often mistaken for the deadly Deadly Webcap (Cortinarius rubellus). However, the Aniseed Toadstool is edible and is a popular culinary ingredient in some parts of Europe. Leuba's illustrations, like this one, remain an essential resource for mycologists, mushroom enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the natural world. This chromolithograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also a historical document, showcasing the rich biodiversity of the fungi kingdom and the dedication of one man's quest to document it.
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