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Gomphidius maculatus

Fungi

Family: Gomphidiaceae · Genus: Gomphidius

Gomphidius maculatus

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Gomphidius maculatus, commonly known as the larch slime spike, is a species of mushroom in the family Gomphidiaceae. It is widely distributed in Europe and North America, where it forms mycorrhizal associations with larch trees. It is an introduced species in New Zealand. While not known to be poisonous, it is slimy and could potentially accumulate heavy metals.

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