Fly Agaric

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Fly Agaric

Fly Agaric mushroom (Amanita muscaria) inleaf litter. This poisonous fungus, which has acap up to 20 centimetres across, is so namedbecause in medieval times it was mixed with milkand used to stupefy flies. The Lapps discoveredits intoxicating and hallucinogenic propertiesafter observing the effect it had on reindeer. Theintoxicating compounds - muscimol and ibotenicacid - can be ingested from the urine of a recentconsumer of the fungus. It is found with birchtrees from late summer through to late autumn

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Amanita Muscaria Circle Circles Eumycota Fly Agaric Fungal Fungi Fungus Hallucinogen Hallucinogenic Mushroom Mycology Round Shape Rounded Circular Hallucinate

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This print showcases the enchanting Fly Agaric mushroom, also known as Amanita muscaria, nestled amidst a bed of vibrant leaf litter. With its cap reaching an impressive diameter of up to 20 centimeters, this poisonous fungus has a fascinating history intertwined with medieval practices. In ancient times, people mixed this potent mushroom with milk to stupefy flies, hence its intriguing name "Fly Agaric". However, it was the observant Lapps who discovered its intoxicating and hallucinogenic properties after witnessing their reindeer's reactions to consuming it. This revelation led them to explore further into the compounds responsible for these effects. Muscimol and ibotenic acid are the two intoxicating compounds found in this remarkable fungus. Interestingly enough, they can be ingested by humans through the urine of someone who recently consumed this mystical mushroom. The Fly Agaric thrives alongside birch trees from late summer until late autumn when nature transforms into a canvas painted with mesmerizing hues. Its rounded circular shape adds an element of visual allure to any landscape it graces. As we delve deeper into mycology and explore the wonders of fungi like Fly Agaric, we gain insight into their biological intricacies while uncovering their potential as hallucinogens. This print serves as a reminder that nature holds countless secrets waiting to be unraveled by curious minds passionate about understanding our world's diverse organisms.

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