What is another word for jack-o-lantern fungus?

5 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ d͡ʒˈakˈə͡ʊlˈantən fˈʌŋɡəs], [ d‍ʒˈakˈə‍ʊlˈantən fˈʌŋɡəs], [ dʒ_ˈa_k_ˈəʊ_l_ˈa_n_t_ə_n f_ˈʌ_ŋ_ɡ_ə_s]

The jack-o-lantern fungus is also known by many other names. These are mostly due to the fungus's resemblance to other objects. The most common synonym is the "omphalotus illudens." It is also known as the "false chanterelle," as the mushroom is often mistaken for edible chanterelle mushrooms. Other synonyms include "glowing mushroom," due to the fungus's ability to emit a faint greenish glow in the dark, and "foxfire fungus," which refers to a bioluminescent glow. It is also called the "poisonous mushroom" as the fungus contains toxins harmful to humans and animals. It is essential to identify the jack-o-lantern fungus correctly to prevent poisoning accidents.

Synonyms for Jack-o-lantern fungus:

How to use "Jack-o-lantern fungus" in context?

A jack-o'-lantern fungus is any sort of fungus that lives on or near a jack-o'-lantern. These fungi can be benign or invasive, depending on the strain. Invasive jack-o'-lantern fungi can cause structural damage to the Jack-o'-Lantern, while benign jack-o'-lantern fungi are usually harmless.

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Synonyms:
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