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	~~'''Phallus impudicus''', commonly known as the '''stinkhorn''', is a widespread [[~~fungus~~]] recognizable for its foul odor and phallic shape when mature. It is a common mushroom~~ in Europe and North America, where it occurs in habitats rich in wood debris such as forests and mulched gardens. It appears from summer to late autumn. The fruiting structure is tall and white with a slimy, dark olive colored conical head. Known as the gleba, this material contains the spores, and is transported by insects which are attracted by the ~~odor, described as resembling carrion.~~		{{Short description\|Species of fungus in the family Phallaceae}}

	~~== Taxonomy ==~~		[[File:Phallus_impudicus_LC0235.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Mature fruiting body of ''Phallus impudicus'']]

	~~The species was first described in 1753 by [[Carl Linnaeus]], who included it in his~~ ''~~Species Plantarum~~''~~. The specific epithet~~ ''~~impudicus~~'' ~~is derived from~~ the ~~Latin for "shameless" or "immodest". It~~ is ~~the type~~ species of the ~~genus ''~~[[~~Phallus (fungus)\|Phallus~~]]''.		'''''Phallus impudicus''''', commonly known as the common stinkhorn, is a species of fungus in the family [[Phallaceae]]. It is notable for its foul odor, which is often compared to that of rotting flesh. This odor attracts insects, which help disperse its spores. The species is found across Europe and North America, typically in woodlands and gardens.

	== Description ==		==Description==
			''Phallus impudicus'' is characterized by its distinctive fruiting body, which emerges from an egg-like structure known as a [[gleba]]. The immature fruiting body, or "egg," is typically 3–6 cm in diameter and is white to pale brown in color. As it matures, the fruiting body rapidly elongates, reaching heights of 10–25 cm.

	The fruiting body of ~~''P. impudicus'' begins as~~ a ~~suberumpent egg attached to the mycelium by a cord. As it matures~~, ~~the egg ruptures and the fruiting body emerges, growing to~~ a ~~height of 10–20 cm~~. The cap is ~~initially~~ covered with ~~the~~ olive-~~colored~~ gleba, ~~but~~ this ~~is eventually removed by~~ insects~~, leaving a white, pitted surface~~.		The mature fruiting body consists of a spongy, hollow stalk topped with a bell-shaped cap. The cap is covered with a slimy, olive-brown spore mass that emits the characteristic odor. This spore mass is known as the gleba, and it is this part of the fungus that attracts insects.

	~~== Ecology and distribution ==~~		[[File:Hexenei.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Immature fruiting body, or "egg," of ''Phallus impudicus'']]

	''P. impudicus'' is saprobic, ~~feeding off~~ decaying ~~wood and plant material~~. It is found ~~throughout Europe~~ and ~~North America~~, ~~and has been introduced to Australia, New Zealand, and Asia~~. The fungus ~~is often found~~ in ~~habitats rich in wood debris such as forests~~ and ~~mulched gardens~~.		==Ecology==
			''Phallus impudicus'' is a saprobic fungus, meaning it derives nutrients from decaying organic matter. It is commonly found in deciduous and mixed forests, often growing in leaf litter or on rotting wood. The fungus plays an important role in the ecosystem by breaking down organic material and recycling nutrients.

	~~== Edibility ==~~		The strong odor of the gleba attracts flies and other insects, which feed on the spore mass. As these insects move from one location to another, they inadvertently disperse the spores, aiding in the reproduction of the fungus.

	While not ~~generally~~ considered edible due to its ~~strong~~ odor, the immature ~~'eggs' can be~~ consumed ~~and~~ have a radish-like flavor.		==Edibility==
			While the mature fruiting body of ''Phallus impudicus'' is not considered edible due to its unpleasant odor and taste, the immature "egg" stage is sometimes consumed. The "egg" is said to have a mild, radish-like flavor and is eaten in some European countries. However, caution is advised, as it can be easily confused with other, potentially toxic species.

	== Cultural ~~significance~~ ==		==Cultural Significance==
			The striking appearance and odor of ''Phallus impudicus'' have made it a subject of fascination and folklore. In some cultures, it is associated with fertility and virility due to its phallic shape. The species name "impudicus" means "shameless" in Latin, reflecting its bold and conspicuous form.

	~~The distinctive shape and foul odor of ''P. impudicus'' have made it a frequent subject of art and literature, and it has been used in traditional medicine in some cultures.~~		==Related pages==
			* [[Fungi]]
			* [[Mycology]]
			* [[Saprobic fungi]]
			* [[Phallaceae]]

	~~== See also ==~~		[[Category:Phallaceae]]
	* [[~~List of Phallus species~~]]		[[Category:Fungi of Europe]]
	* [[~~Mushroom hunting~~]]		[[Category:Fungi of North America]]

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'''Phallus impudicus''', commonly known as the '''stinkhorn''', is a widespread [[fungus]] recognizable for its foul odor and phallic shape when mature. It is a common mushroom in Europe and North America, where it occurs in habitats rich in wood debris such as forests and mulched gardens. It appears from summer to late autumn. The fruiting structure is tall and white with a slimy, dark olive colored conical head. Known as the gleba, this material contains the spores, and is transported by insects which are attracted by the odor, described as resembling carrion.

== Taxonomy ==

The species was first described in 1753 by [[Carl Linnaeus]], who included it in his ''Species Plantarum''. The specific epithet ''impudicus'' is derived from the Latin for "shameless" or "immodest". It is the type species of the genus ''[[Phallus (fungus)|Phallus]]''.

== Description ==

The fruiting body of ''P. impudicus'' begins as a suberumpent egg attached to the mycelium by a cord. As it matures, the egg ruptures and the fruiting body emerges, growing to a height of 10–20 cm. The cap is initially covered with the olive-colored gleba, but this is eventually removed by insects, leaving a white, pitted surface.

== Ecology and distribution ==

''P. impudicus'' is saprobic, feeding off decaying wood and plant material. It is found throughout Europe and North America, and has been introduced to Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. The fungus is often found in habitats rich in wood debris such as forests and mulched gardens.

== Edibility ==

While not generally considered edible due to its strong odor, the immature 'eggs' can be consumed and have a radish-like flavor.

== Cultural significance ==

The distinctive shape and foul odor of ''P. impudicus'' have made it a frequent subject of art and literature, and it has been used in traditional medicine in some cultures.

== See also ==
* [[List of Phallus species]]
* [[Mushroom hunting]]

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