''Gymnopilus ventricosus'' is a species of

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in the family Hymenogastraceae. It was first described from the

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as ''Pholiota ventricosa'' in 1902.

Description

The cap is or larger in diameter. The stalk is thick and bulbous, with a membranous

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. This species contains no psilocybin, and is considered inedible.

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ventricosus Fungi described in 1902 Fungi of North America Inedible fungi Fungi of California {{hymenogastraceae-stub

Description

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