Stinkhorn Collection

AE-5972-5908
Veiled Lady (Phallus indusiatus) at night ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

Mushroom and fungi species including stinkhorn (phallale), earthstar (geastrale), puffball (wolf vesse)
FLO4684677 Mushroom and fungi species including stinkhorn (phallale), earthstar (geastrale), puffball (wolf vesse), rust (rust fungus), mold (mold), etc

A variety of stinkhorn identified as Phallus iosmus
5310246 A variety of stinkhorn identified as Phallus iosmus; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a variety of stinkhorn identified as Phallus iosmus. Dated 17th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

RF - Maidens veil / Bridal veil fungus (Phallus indusiatus) with indusium fully formed, on rainforest floor. Heath River, Tambopata / Bahuaja-Sonene Reserves, Amazonia, Peru / Bolivia border

Phallus impudicus, known colloquially as the common stinkhorn
Illustration of a Phallus impudicus, known colloquially as the common stinkhorn

Mushroom species
Mushroom and fungi species including stinkhorn, earthstar, puffball, rust, mold, etc. Lithograph from Lorenz Okens Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart

Basimycetes mushrooms and puffballs: Phallus species 1, stinkhorn, Phallus impudicus 2, Aseroe rubra 3, latticed stinkhorn, Clathrus ruber 4, Clathrus crispus 5, Clathrus pusillus 6

Poisonous stinkhorn mushroom, Phallus impudicus, and birds nest fungus, Cyathus hirsutus.. Chromolithograph from Leon Dufours Atlas des Champignons Comestibles et Veneneux (1891)

Stinkhorn or stinking morel (Phallus impudicus)
Antique illustration of the common stinkhorn or stin-khorn or stinking morel (Phallus impudicus), a smelly fungus belonging to the family Phallaceae

AE-5972-5932
Veiled Lady (Phallus indusiatus) at night, closeup ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

AE-5972-5928
Veiled Lady (Phallus indusiatus) at night, closeup ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

Octopus Stinkhorn -Clathrus archeri-, fruiting body, Monchbruch forest, Hesse, Germany

Picture No. 10899511
Devil's fingers / Octopus stinkhorn fungus / Lysurus archeri / Anthurus archeri / Pseudocolus archeri (Clathrus archeri) Date:

Common Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus) immature fruiting body egg, pushing through leaf mould, Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire, England, September

Octopus Stinkhorn (Clathrus archeri) introduced species, fruiting body, Spain, June

Common Stinkhorn - fungus - UK
DAC-409 Common Stinkhorn - fungus UK Phallus impudicus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Phallus indusiatus, stinkhorn fungus
This painting of a veiled stinkhorn was produced by Pieter de Bevere. The image originates from the Loten Collection (dated 1754-57) held at the Natural History Museum, London

Dog Stinkhorn (Mutinus caninus) fruiting body, growing amongst leaf litter in old woodland, Wiltshire, England, september

Stinky squid fungus

Stinkhorn fungus, young stage. New Forest
ROG-12843 Stinkhorn fungus, young stage New Forest. UK Phallus impudicus Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Stinkhorn. Habitat - buried rotting wood. The green slime which covers the cap attracts flies from large distances
DAD-2005 Stinkhorn. Nap Wood Nature Reserve, E. Sussex. UK Phallus impudicus Habitat - buried rotting wood. The green slime which covers the cap attracts flies from large distances

FUNGHI / CORDIER 49 1876
PHALLUS IMPUDICUS (poisonous)

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The stinkhorn, scientifically known as Phallus impudicus, is a fascinating and peculiar mushroom species that never fails to capture attention. With its distinctive appearance and pungent odor, it leaves an unforgettable impression on anyone who encounters it. One variety of the the Maidens veil or Bridal veil fungus (Phallus indusiatus), characterized by its fully formed indusium. This delicate structure adds an ethereal touch to this already intriguing mushroom. However, don't be deceived by its beauty, for the it is notorious for being poisonous. Its scientific name "impudicus" perfectly captures its audacity in emitting a foul smell that resembles rotting flesh. It's no wonder why it earned the colloquial name "common stinkhorn. " Belonging to the Basidiomycetes mushrooms and puffballs family, these fungi are truly unique in their appearance. A hand-colored lithograph from 1880 showcases their intricate details and vivid colors, reminding us of their significance even back then. Another common name for this species is the stinking morel (Phallus impudicus). The term "stinking" aptly describes its strong aroma while "morel" refers to its resemblance to another type of edible mushroom called morels. Whether you come across AE-5972-5908 or AE-5972-5932 or AE-5972-5928, all referring to different images of the common Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus), one thing remains certain - these mushrooms are captivating subjects worthy of exploration and study. With their distinct features and unmistakable scent, stinkhorns stand out among other fungi species. Their presence in nature serves as a reminder of both diversity and complexity within our ecosystem. So next time you stumble upon a stinkhorn during your outdoor adventures, take a moment to appreciate its uniqueness and the wonders of the natural world.