6 phallus fungi found in north america
Phallus fungi, also known as stinkhorns, are a group of fungi characterized by their phallic shape and foul odor. While not all species of phallus fungi are found in North America, there are several that can be encountered in the region. Here are six species of phallus fungi found in North America:
Phallus ravenelii - Also known as the Ravenel's stinkhorn, this species is commonly found in eastern North America, particularly in deciduous forests.
Phallus impudicus - Commonly known as the common stinkhorn, this species can be found in various habitats across North America, including woodlands, gardens, and disturbed areas.
Phallus hadriani - Known as the netted stinkhorn, this species is found in eastern North America, often in wooded areas with rich organic soil.
Phallus rubicundus - This species, commonly referred to as the red cage fungus, is found in parts of North America, typically in forested habitats.
Phallus duplicatus - Also known as the veiled lady fungus, this species can be found in North America, particularly in regions with warm climates.
Phallus indusiatus - Although native to tropical regions, including parts of North America such as Florida and Texas, this species is occasionally encountered in the southern United States.
As for famous paintings featuring phallus fungus:
"The Garden of Earthly Delights" by Hieronymus Bosch
This triptych masterpiece by the Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch, created between 1490 and 1510, features a surreal depiction of fantastical landscapes, creatures, and human figures. In the central panel of the painting, amidst a chaotic scene of human revelry and indulgence, there is a depiction of phallus fungi emerging from the ground, adding to the overall sense of strangeness and otherworldliness.
"The Son of Man" by René Magritte
While not explicitly featuring phallus fungi, René Magritte's iconic surrealist painting "The Son of Man" (1964) depicts a man in a suit with a green apple obscuring his face. The juxtaposition of the apple and the figure's obscured face has led to various interpretations, including Freudian symbolism related to sexuality and desire. In the context of phallic imagery, the presence of the apple could be seen as a metaphorical reference to the phallus, adding layers of meaning to the painting's enigmatic composition.
