Death Angel (Noun)
Meaning
Extremely poisonous usually white fungus with a prominent cup-shaped base; differs from edible Agaricus only in its white gills.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The death angel mushroom, Amanita phalloides, is responsible for the majority of mushroom-related deaths worldwide due to its extreme toxicity.
- Amanita virosa, also known as the death angel, is a highly poisonous fungus that can be fatal if ingested.
- The death angel fungus has a distinctive appearance, with a white cap and white gills, making it easily mistaken for edible varieties.
- Death angel mushrooms often grow near the base of trees, particularly oak, and can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests and fields.
- Ingestion of even a small amount of the death angel fungus can cause severe illness and death, making it essential to exercise extreme caution when foraging for wild mushrooms.