Fly Agaric

Entry #001
Fly Agaric

DATA

Scientific Name
Amanita muscaria
Characteristic
Red with white spot, poisonous
Habitat
Temperate and Northern Hemisphere boreal forests
Type
Toxic
Rarity Level
⭐ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

FIELD NOTES

SCAN INITIATED... legendary mushroom deeply rooted in folklore. It's said to have grown from the froth of Odin’s horse, Sleipnir, and is often found in fairy rings. Siberian shamans used it in rituals, while European legends link it to fae folk. Despite its enchanting appearance, it contains psychoactive compounds and is considered toxic. Today, it remains a celebrated symbol of woodland magic, inspiring everything from art to fashion.

SPECIAL FEATURES

🍄 Iconic
✨ Hallucinogenic
🧙‍♀️ Used in rituals
🌳 Mycorrhizal Relationship