Amanita elliptosperma
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Amanita elliptosperma, commonly known as the Atkinson's destroying angel, is a basidiomycete fungus
, one of many in the genus Amanita
. Although its toxicity is unknown, it is likely to be deadly poisonous like its close relatives. Originally described from North Carolina, is found down the eastern United States from New England to eastern Texas.
Fungus
A fungus is a member of a large group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds , as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom, Fungi, which is separate from plants, animals, and bacteria...
, one of many in the genus Amanita
Amanita
The genus Amanita contains about 600 species of agarics including some of the most toxic known mushrooms found worldwide. This genus is responsible for approximately 95% of the fatalities resulting from mushroom poisoning, with the death cap accounting for about 50% on its own...
. Although its toxicity is unknown, it is likely to be deadly poisonous like its close relatives. Originally described from North Carolina, is found down the eastern United States from New England to eastern Texas.