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Phallus impudicus, known colloquially as the common stinkhorn, [2] is a widespread fungus in the Phallaceae (stinkhorn) family. It is recognizable for its foul odor and its phallic shape when mature, the latter feature giving rise to several names in 17th-century England.
Stinkhorn fungi are smelly, reddish orange mushrooms that may resemble a wiffle ball, an octopus, or a straight stem up to 8 inches (20 cm.) high. They don't harm plants or cause disease.
Stinkhorn mushrooms are a fascinating, albeit a smelly, group of fungi. They aren’t exactly a mushroom that goes unnoticed. In this complete guide, we’ll cover everything from their unique appearance and odor to where you can find them and how they grow.
The stinkhorn is a phallus-shaped fungus that emerges from an egg-shaped base. The pitted, bell-shaped cap is covered with olive-brown slime and has an offensive smell. The stinkhorn can be found in woods and gardens, and is associated with rotting wood.
Phallus (fungus) The genus Phallus, commonly known as stinkhorns, is a group of basidiomycetes which produce a phallic, often foul-scented mushroom, from which their name is derived. The genus has a widespread distribution and, according to a 2008 estimate, contains 18 species. They belong to the family Phallaceae in the order Phallales.
What they have found are stinkhorn fungi. “It pops up out of the ground between February and May as we get more wet weather and as the temperatures drop into autumn,” explains Brett. “It produces this horrible slimy, smelly material that attracts flies.
There are dozens of stinkhorn species in North America, all of which are stinky, bizarre, and bring up A LOT of questions. Chances are you’ve encountered one or two of these weird fungi along trails or in your garden. Many questions result from the shock of this outlandish “thing” suddenly growing in the yard, landscape mulch, or field.
Stinkhorn, any fungus of the order Phallales (phylum Basidiomycota, kingdom Fungi), typified by a phalluslike, ill-smelling fruiting body. Stinkhorns produce odours that attract the flies and other insects that assist in dispersing the reproductive bodies (spores).
Stinkhorn, as the name suggests, is a pungent fungus. Find out all about it, from where it grows to what it is used for.
As a fungus, the stinkhorn breaks down organic matter. This is especially helpful for landscapes and gardens in Florida’s naturally sandy and nutrient poor soils. In your garden, stinkhorns break down materials such as mulch and make those nutrients available for plants.