Amanita muscaria, commonly known as the fly agaric or fly Amanita is a poisonous and psychoactive basidiomycete fungus, one of many in the genus Amanita. Native throughout the temperate and boreal regions of the Northern Hemisphere, Amanita muscaria has been unintentionally introduced to many countries in the Southern Hemisphere, generally as a symbiont with pine plantations, and is now a true cosmopolitan species. It associates with various deciduous and coniferous trees. The quintessential toadstool, it is a large white-gilled, white-spotted, usually deep red mushroom, one of the most recognizable and widely encountered in popular culture. Albin Schmalfuss, a talented artist, has left an indelible mark on the world of visual arts. His captivating paintings often focus on the intricate beauty of mushrooms and fungi. Through meticulous brushwork, he brings these natural forms to life, capturing their delicate textures and earthy colors. His series includes works like “Russula Red-Capped Mushrooms,” “Boletus the King of Mushrooms,” and “Hydnum or Hedgehog Mushroom.” These pieces evoke a sense of wonder, inviting viewers to appreciate the often-overlooked details of the natural world.