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Atkinson's Destroying Angel

Amanita elliptosperma

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Amanitaceae ›Genus: Amanita

About

Amanita elliptosperma, commonly known as the Atkinson's destroying angel, is a basidiomycete fungus, one of many in the genus Amanita. Although its toxicity is unknown, it is likely to be deadly poisonous like its close relatives. Originally described from North Carolina, it is found in the eastern United States from New England to eastern Texas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atkinson's Destroying Angel?
The scientific name of Atkinson's Destroying Angel is Amanita elliptosperma.
What kingdom does Atkinson's Destroying Angel belong to?
Atkinson's Destroying Angel belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Atkinson's Destroying Angel belong to?
Atkinson's Destroying Angel belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Atkinson's Destroying Angel belong to?
Atkinson's Destroying Angel belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Atkinson's Destroying Angel belong to?
Atkinson's Destroying Angel belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Atkinson's Destroying Angel belong to?
Atkinson's Destroying Angel belongs to the family Amanitaceae.
What genus does Atkinson's Destroying Angel belong to?
Atkinson's Destroying Angel belongs to the genus Amanita.