The common veselka mushroom is a rather unusual cap mushroom-gasteromycete, belonging to the order Phallus and Veselaceae and the class Basidiomycetes, reaching a height of up to 30 cm. This unusual mushroom is popularly given several names, such as “witches egg”, “upstart”, “shamer” ", "damn egg."
There are real legends about the fun. It is believed that it can cure all diseases, including cancer, and people who eat it do not get sick at all. However, despite the fact that the mushroom is edible, such treatment should be treated with caution, especially for patients with serious illnesses: by refusing traditional treatment, you can lose valuable time and significantly worsen the disease.
Despite the miraculous properties of this organism praised in folk treatises and by fans of fungotherapy, preference should be given to such a therapeutic technique after thinking a hundred times.
Morphological description
Even in the photo of the mushroom you can see its unusual shape, which it takes in its mature form.
The young fruiting body has the shape of an egg with a diameter of up to 6 cm, at the base of which there is a white mycelial cord. Outwardly similar to a raincoat, but differs from the latter in a softer texture. Some people compare a Veselka egg to an overripe plum. The shell, called the peridium, is smooth and leathery and white (sometimes cream). The pulp has a gelatinous shape and is characterized by a rare smell.
During maturation, the peridium breaks into 2-3 parts (about a week after the egg grows). A fruiting body sprouts from the egg, which is represented by a stalk-like cylindrical receptacle, hollow inside and with spongy walls of yellow or white color. The body size is 12-25 cm in height (sometimes up to 30 cm) and 2-4 cm in width.
At the top of the leg there is a bell-shaped cap, 4-5 cm high. The cap has a cellular surface and is covered with a dark olive-colored mucous glebe. On top of the cap there is a dense disk with a hole. The spores have a size of 3.5-5 by 1.5-2 microns, a smooth surface, an ellipsoidal-cylindrical shape and a yellowish color. A distinctive feature of a mature mushroom is the unpleasant smell of rot and carrion, which is very strong.
Most sources indicate another feature of the Veselka - its growth rate, which is the fastest in nature and reaches 5 mm per minute! According to this indicator, the unusual organism is ahead of the famous record holder for growth - bamboo. It turns out that a full-fledged mushroom can grow, as they say, before our eyes, in just 15-30 minutes, but it doesn’t “live” for long, only 2-3 days.
Species diversity
Representatives of the Veselka genus often appear in regions with a temperate or warm climate. Despite the fact that they all belong to different families, the description of their life cycle and external characteristics is the same.
The most common types are the following:
- The mushroom, “dressed in a toga,” is distinguished by an openwork mesh of varying lengths, designed to attract more insects.
- A net-bearing species with large mesh cells, which is most common in Southeast Asia.
- A reddish tropical fungus that is found in Primorsky Krai.
Tropical fun - Mutinus Ravenelle sprouts from an egg with a hollow pinkish stalk with a reddish seal at the end.
- Mutinus canis is characterized by the fact that after insects clean the mucus from the cap, it becomes orange.
- Kobayasia japonica, leading an underground way of life. The egg of such a fungus does not burst, but spores develop inside.
- The red trellis is native to the Mediterranean.
- Javan flowertail, which has become widespread in the southern regions of the Asian and European parts of Russia.
Where does Veselka grow?
Before you go in search of a miracle cure for all diseases, you should clearly know what the mushroom looks like, since it can be confused with the inedible variety Hadriana.
It is found everywhere, but it is quite difficult to find. It prefers broad-leaved and mixed forests rich in humus and grows in Europe, Siberia, the Caucasus, and the Far East.
Veselka can be a saprophyte or forms mycorrhiza with beech, oak, hazel, and shrubs. The spores are spread by insects that are attracted to the smell of the mushroom. It grows both singly and in groups, from May to October. The likelihood of finding a mushroom increases towards the end of June, when mycelial activity reaches its maximum.
Lately, finding fun is becoming more and more difficult. People who know how to prepare medicinal forms for sale rush to collect the valuable mushroom and do not allow it to multiply, and they collect not only eggs and mature mushrooms, but also unripe spores, which have strong medicinal properties. And the mushroom protects itself from being collected and does not grow in the same place.
Main differences from false, inedible mushrooms
False morels (Veselka vulgaris) look very much like noble morels, so mature mushrooms must be distinguished from real morels. They have the following distinctive features:
- growth characteristics: Veselka grows from an egg, and morel directly from the soil;
- the presence of mucus: this feature is distinguished only by the false mushroom in its mature state;
False morel - cap color: compared to the dark olive cap of the panna, the color of the noble morel can be either yellow or brown;
- smell of a mature mushroom: unlike the smelly morel, the true specimen emits a rather pleasant aroma since it does not need to attract insects.
Thus, the main features and external signs of the fungus will help distinguish this mushroom from similar specimens.
Collection and preparation
For both food and medicinal purposes, the veselka is harvested when it is in the egg stage. After harvesting, the mushroom cannot be washed; you can only carefully remove dirt with a damp cloth.
In order to obtain dry raw materials, the egg is cut in half, a thread is threaded through the halves, leaving a small distance between the pieces, and hung to dry in a ventilated and dark room. Dry mushrooms are placed in a glass jar and closed very tightly, stored in a dark place for up to 2 years.
Medicinal value
The medicinal properties of the Veselka mushroom determine its value and are possible due to its rich composition:
- a large number of active phytoncides that effectively fight all known types of viruses and bacteria, including those active against the influenza virus, hepatitis and herpes;
- polysaccharides – stimulators of the production of lymphocytes and perforin proteins, which are the main elements of the immune defense and can even fight cancer cells;
- phytosteroids have a positive effect on male sex hormones;
- minerals and amino acids have a positive effect on the skin, promote rapid healing and rejuvenate the skin;
- Antioxidants remove free radicals and rejuvenate the body.
The mushroom also has a natural antihistamine effect, perfectly relieves irritation and swelling, and stops the development of allergic reactions. In addition to increasing the activity of the immune system, Veselka reduces sensitivity to pathogens of a number of diseases and pathogenic external stimuli. This is why mushroom preparations are considered the most effective in treating the currently incurable disease AIDS.
Beneficial features
Veselka mushroom has such beneficial properties as:
- suppression of cancer cells: Veselka contains polysaccharides that promote their destruction, therefore, based on this mushroom, various formulations are prepared that are used in the treatment of all types of tumors;
- improving the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract in various diseases;
- improvement of the condition and functions of the liver and kidneys;
- suppression of inflammatory processes in joints, treatment of rheumatism and gout;
- toning of veins and reducing the severity of inflammation with varicose veins and thrombophlebitis;
- increasing immunity;
- improvement of the patient's condition with cardiovascular diseases;
- treatment of diseases of the urinary and reproductive systems;
- normalization of the functioning of the thyroid gland;
- control of blood sugar levels in diabetes mellitus;
- treatment of blood and lymph diseases;
- suppression of the severity of allergic reactions;
- restoration of male potency.
Due to the properties of Veselka, it is used as part of various drugs for the treatment of serious diseases, including cancer and HIV.
Mushroom contraindications, drug interactions and special instructions
According to sources of traditional healers, there are practically no contraindications to treatment with Veselka, except for individual intolerance. Preparations based on it can be combined with all medications, as well as with other mushrooms and medicinal plants.
Traditional medicine treatises indicate that it is not advisable to use Veselka for pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children under 5 years of age - according to some sources, up to 12 years of age (in fact, like any other mushrooms).
It should also be taken into account that veselka and preparations made from it are considered to be the strongest aphrodisiacs, so you should observe moderation in its use. In case of an overdose in men, the hair follicles die and baldness occurs, so it is very important to follow the recommendations for use.
Similar species
Veselka vulgaris has its own “doubles” in the forest, with which an inexperienced mushroom picker can confuse the morel. First of all, we are talking about Adrian's merry, with a pink-purple peridium color (the real upstart has it white) and a pleasant yeasty aroma. This mushroom is harmless, so it can be eaten in the same way as the “original”.
The false morel is another characteristic “doppelganger”, with a white cap and no mucus on its surface and stem. It is these characteristics that distinguish it from real fun. True, if confusion arises, nothing bad will happen: the false witch’s egg is not dangerous to health, even when consumed internally.
The morel with a spongy red cap is also sometimes confused with a real merry, but both options really have a similar shape. Moreover, the sponge-like variety can also be eaten, although this does not happen often.
Indications
The use of the Veselka mushroom has practically no restrictions. As knowledgeable people say, the Veselka mushroom can treat any disease, the main thing is to strictly follow the dosage and treatment regimen.
The most common indications for treatment with Veselka mushroom are:
- benign neoplasms: adenomas, cysts and others;
- malignant tumors: melanoma, leukemia, sarcoma and others;
- liver diseases;
- kidney pathologies;
- gastritis and gastrointestinal tract;
- diseases of the small and large intestines;
- tuberculosis;
- bronchial asthma;
- thrombophlebitis;
- diseases of the lymphatic system;
- atherosclerosis;
- joint diseases;
- varicose veins;
- gout;
- blood diseases;
- diabetes;
- female inflammatory diseases;
- purulent, non-healing wounds;
- diseases of the heart and blood vessels;
- general loss of strength;
- sexual dysfunction in men;
- infertility.
The use of medicinal mushroom Veselka against cancer
The most valuable and relevant property of Veselka is its activity against cancer cells and benign tumors that pose a threat of degeneration.
An old recipe for cancer:
Assemble the funnel together with the egg, carefully wipe off any dirt, but do not wash it. For a 3 liter jar you will need 6 pieces of mushrooms - they are put in a jar and filled with good quality vodka, infused in a dark place for 10 days.
Mode of application:
Take 1 tablespoon three times a day. Immediately after taking the drug, you need to drink 1 raw egg.
Dosage forms of Veselka
Let's look at how to take Veselka for medicinal purposes.
- The water tincture helps remove excess cholesterol and lower blood pressure and is indicated in the treatment of the gastrointestinal tract;
- Fresh mushrooms, taken as a salad with sour cream, are an excellent preventative against cancer;
- Dried mushroom (half a piece) helps not to get sick during a flu epidemic (just eat it once a day);
- Alcohol (vodka) tincture helps get rid of almost any disease.
Recipe against psoriasis, ulcers and skin cancer:
Take 100 grams of fresh mushrooms, finely chop, and 10 grams of dried mushrooms. Infuse them in 200 ml of alcohol for 2 weeks, or more (it is believed that the more it costs, the more effective). Lotions are made from the unfiltered infusion and applied to the affected areas 2 times a day.
Universal tincture
This tincture is universal and can be taken for any disease in which the mushroom can have a therapeutic effect, and most often for diseases of internal organs and blood vessels. The medicinal properties of the tincture are really strong - during infusion, the mushroom releases everything useful to the liquid, and vodka is the best preservative that preserves the activity of these substances.
The use of Veselka mushroom tincture leads to:
- activation of antitumor immunity;
- removal of cholesterol and normalization of blood pressure;
- healing of internal and external ulcers and wounds;
- destruction of viruses;
- resolution of hidden infections and chronic diseases;
- restoration of sexual and reproductive function.
Take 50 grams of fresh mushrooms, chop and pour 1 glass of vodka, put in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks, do not strain.
How to take Veselka mushroom
The tincture should be taken 1 tsp. 2 times a day before meals. Other sources indicate a different scheme:
- 1-10 days, 15-24 days - 1 tsp. three times a day. before meals, eating 1 spoon of honey or washing down with 1 raw egg;
- 11-13 days – break;
- 14, 29 days - the same as on days 1-10, only 1 tbsp;
- Day 25-28 – break.
After a two-week break, repeat the regimen according to the 1-10 day regimen and take it for 14 days.
Recipes for use on skin and mucous membranes:
- To treat external diseases, lubricate the affected areas several times a day.
- For acute sinusitis and runny nose, the tincture is also applied externally to the skin in the area of the projection of the maxillary sinuses.
- To treat cervical erosion, the mushroom tincture is mixed with an aqueous infusion of chamomile 1:2, a tampon is soaked in it and inserted into the vagina overnight for 5-7 days in a row.
Jelly
- Fresh mushroom jelly in the egg stage, which should be applied to the skin 2-3 times a day, is very helpful in the treatment of all skin diseases, including wounds, allergic rashes, and psoriasis.
- A jelly mask improves skin condition and reduces the appearance of wrinkles. The jelly is applied to the face and washed off after 15 minutes; if the skin is dry, a mask is made from jelly and sour cream in a 1:1 ratio.
Fresh mushroom (in egg stage)
- The mucus of a fresh mushroom, spread on a piece of bread, will help quickly remove toxic components in case of any poisoning.
- Half a fresh mushroom, eaten on an empty stomach once a day, helps normalize blood sugar.
Water infusion
Take 1 tsp. dried chopped mushrooms and pour 1 glass of hot water, leave for 8 hours in the dark and strain. Drink three times a day before meals, a third of a glass for gastrointestinal diseases.
Nutritional quality
Suitable options for consumption would be both mushrooms in the “prenatal” period and recently sprouted specimens, which in some countries are considered delicacies (for example, in France they are eaten raw instead of radishes or consumed together with sour cream and salt). It is better not to consume a fully sprouted morel as food, since inside its tissues the processes of rotting and natural decay are already activated, which are extremely undesirable for the human body .
Young specimens can be stewed, fried and even canned, making them an excellent addition to side dishes, meat and fish dishes.
We recommend reading a delicious recipe for mushroom soup in a slow cooker.
