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The fungus kingdom includes a wide variety of mushrooms that are mostly toxic, with some species being edible in nature. The Amanita family, belonging to the kingdom Fungi, contains some beautiful looking fungi. Amanita species are characterized by their pale gills that are free from the stem portion. Identification and characterization of these species is dependent on the nature of their stem base. In this chapter, we will discuss the varieties of Amanita species, with a focus on their characteristic features and medicinal importance.

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