#devilstooth

[denimgrei]

"Hydnellum peckii" also known as the Devil's Tooth Fungus or Bleeding Tooth. 🩸🍄

Often found in damp, dark forests, growing in rotting wood. This spooky shroom's unique enamel-like appearance intrigues many as it produces liquid with the same consistency as blood. This serves as a defense mechanism and a way to spread its spores for reproduction. 

Although in some myths, it is said that this fungus symbolizes death, decay, and a bad omen. If eaten, some believe it can cause terrible nightmares. 👹☠️

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[earthwitchinoregon]

Hydnellum peckii, an inedible fungus, and a member of the genus Hydnellum of the family Bankeraceae. Although, it is not considered poisonous, it is considered inedible due to it’s extremely bitter taste.

Also known as Bleeding Tooth or Devil’s Tooth. A creepy, yet incredibly cool fungus to find this time of year. 🦷

(Pictures not mine, artist unknown.)

[hcmendoza]

Augurio de buen inicio de año!! #illimani #mueladeldiablo #devilstooth (at La Paz, Bolivia)

[liliontheroad84]

#devilstooth #southafrica #drakensberg #travelgram #travelling #travelphotography #roadtrip #tourdumonde #nature #naturelovers #mountain #hiking #instadaily #instagram (à Amphitheatre (Drakensberg))