The world of Amanita muscaria, also known as the fly agaric, includes several intriguing varieties, each displaying unique characteristics. Known for its iconic red cap with white spots, this mushroom has long fascinated researchers due to its distinctive psychoactive properties and historical uses in various cultures. Amanita var. muscaria The classical European variety displays a bright red cap adorned with white patches. The cap measures 8-20 centimetres in diameter and maintains a rich scarlet to crimson colour throughout its life cycle. White warts cover the cap in a systematic pattern, remaining prominent even as the mushroom matures. The stem grows...