How Might Amanita Avoid Poisoning Itself With Alpha-amanitin
As a mycologist and enthusiast of mushroom growing, I am often fascinated by the intricate ways in which mushrooms protect themselves from toxins. One of the most notorious toxins found in mushrooms is alpha-amanitin, a deadly poison that affects the liver and kidneys. It is intriguing to explore how certain mushrooms, such as amanita species, … Read more