Boot-footed Amanita
Amanita cothurnata
poisonous
Distribution
Southern Africa, Australia. Found in eucalyptus plantations.
Habitat
Mycorrhizal with Eucalyptus species.
Season
Autumn to winter.
Toxin Type
Ibotenic acid / Muscimol
Symptoms
Ibotenic acid/muscimol poisoning: drowsiness, dizziness, ataxia, visual distortions, and loss of equilibrium. Onset 30-90 minutes.
Hallucinogenic Effects
Contains ibotenic acid and muscimol causing visual distortions, micropsia/macropsia (objects appear larger/smaller), drowsiness, and dream-like states lasting 6-8 hours.
User Reported Vision
Boot-footed amanita patterns appeared. Cothurnata spirits wearing ancient boots walked heavily. The world had a theatrical ancient Greek quality.