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Elfin Saddle (Helvella lacunosa)

Elfin Saddle

רעיל

Helvella lacunosa

ידוע גם בשם: Fluted Black Elfin Saddle, Slate Grey Saddle

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תיאור

Helvella lacunosa, commonly known as the Elfin Saddle, is a distinctive ascomycete fungus characterized by its irregularly shaped cap and deeply ribbed or fluted stem. It is found in various habitats, often near deciduous trees.

איך לזהות

כובע
The cap is irregularly shaped, often described as saddle-shaped or lobed, with dimensions varying from 2-6 cm across. Its surface is typically smooth to slightly wrinkled and colored in shades of gray to black. The underside of the cap is typically paler.
זימים
This fungus does *not* have gills. It is an ascomycete, producing spores within asci on the surface of the cap.
גבעול
The stem is deeply ribbed and furrowed with prominent vertical ridges and pits or hollows (lacunae). It measures approximately 3-12 cm in length and 1-3 cm in thickness. The color is typically similar to the cap, ranging from gray to black but may be lighter.
בשר
The flesh is thin and brittle.
גוף הפרי
The fruiting body is composed of a distinct cap and stem. The overall height typically ranges from 3-15 cm.
בית גידול
Helvella lacunosa is typically found in woodlands, gardens, and disturbed areas, often in association with deciduous trees (especially oak and beech). It is a saprobic fungus, meaning it obtains nutrients from decaying organic matter.

עובדות מרכזיות

  • משטח הכובע: Smooth to slightly wrinkled.
  • צורת גדילה: Solitary or scattered.
  • טביעת נבגים: White to pale cream.
  • צבע הגוף: Gray to black.
  • ריח: Mild, earthy.
  • שינוי צבע בחיתוך: Does not bruise.
  • גובה: 3-15 cm.
  • קוטר הכובע: 2-6 cm.
  • דרך הזנה: Saprobic.

רעיל

רעילות בינונית

Helvella lacunosa contains monomethylhydrazine (MMH), a toxic compound also found in Gyromitra esculenta (False Morel). While the concentration of toxin is generally lower than in Gyromitra, proper cooking is essential to reduce the risk of poisoning. Symptoms can include gastrointestinal distress (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), neurological effects (dizziness, headache), and, in severe cases, liver damage. Thorough cooking and/or drying (which also degrades the toxin) are necessary to render it safer for consumption, but caution is always advised.

סוג רעלן: Monomethylhydrazine (MMH)סוג תגובה: Gastrointestinal, Neurological, Hepatotoxic

בדיקה מהירה

  • ריח: Mild, earthy or indistinct.
  • פרייה: Irregularly shaped cap with deeply ribbed stem, gray to black in color.
  • מצע: Decaying organic matter in woodlands, gardens, and disturbed areas.

איפה למצוא

Woodlands

Look for it under deciduous trees, especially oak and beech.

Gardens

It can appear in gardens, particularly in areas with rich organic matter.

Disturbed Ground

Areas with recent soil disturbance can also be suitable habitats.

טיפים למציאה

Timing

Search for Helvella lacunosa during late summer and autumn, especially after periods of rain.

Habitat

Focus your search on areas with decaying leaves and woody debris, particularly near deciduous trees.

Look Closely

Due to its dark color and irregular shape, it can be easily overlooked. Pay close attention to the ground.

מינים דומים

Helvella crispa

Fungus

ידוע גם בשם: White Elfin Saddle

Helvella elastica

Fungus

ידוע גם בשם: Flexible Stem Elfin Saddle

Gyromitra esculenta

Fungus

ידוע גם בשם: False Morel

סיווג מדעי

מערכת
Ascomycota
מחלקה
Pezizomycetes
סדר
Pezizales
משפחה
Helvellaceae
סוג
Helvella

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