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Fly Agaric (Noun)

Meaning

Poisonous (but rarely fatal) woodland fungus having a scarlet cap with white warts and white gills.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The fly agaric fungus, with its bright red cap and white spots, grows in forests around the world and is known to be toxic if ingested.
  • Fly agaric mushrooms can be easily identified by their distinctive white warts and the ring on their white gills.
  • While fly agaric fungus is poisonous, people who accidentally consume it rarely suffer fatal consequences.
  • The bright colors of the fly agaric serve as a warning to animals, as it is highly toxic, especially to small creatures.
  • Fly agaric grows in association with the roots of pine, birch, and fir trees in woodland environments, and can be recognized by its large size and distinctive cap.

Synonyms

  • Amanita Muscaria
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