St Georges mushroom, Calocybe gambosa, Agaricus gambosus
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St Georges mushroom, Calocybe gambosa, Agaricus gambosus
St. Georges mushroom, Calocybe gambosa, Agaricus gambosus.. Chromolithograph by C. Krause from Fritz Leubas Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms, Neuchatel, Switzerland, 1890. Fritz Leuba (1848-1910) was a mycologist and artist from Neuchatel, Switzerland
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts the St. Georges Mushroom, also known by its scientific names Calocybe gambosa and Agaricus gambosus. The image is part of Fritz Leuba's seminal work "Champignons Edibles et Poisonous" or "Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms," published in Neuchatel, Switzerland in 1890. Leuba, a renowned mycologist and artist from Neuchatel, Switzerland, meticulously captured the intricate details of this mushroom in this beautiful illustration. The St. Georges Mushroom is a common and widely distributed edible fungus, found in Europe, Asia, and North America. It is named after St. George, the patron saint of shepherds, due to its association with grazing livestock. The mushroom's distinctive features include its large, bell-shaped cap, which can grow up to 15 cm in diameter, and its white, tubular gills that are attached to a short, bulbous stem. Leuba's chromolithograph is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the importance of documenting it for scientific and artistic purposes. The intricate details captured in this illustration provide a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the mycological knowledge of the late 19th century. The use of the chromolithograph process, which involved the transfer of an image from a stone plate to a printing plate using water and ink, allowed for the creation of high-quality, detailed prints. This historical illustration serves as a reminder of the rich history of mycology and the importance of documenting and studying the fascinating world of fungi. The St. Georges Mushroom remains a popular subject of study and appreciation among mycologists, naturalists, and art lovers alike.
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