amanitine

/ˌæməˈniːtɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A toxic compound found in certain mushrooms of the genus Amanita, particularly the death cap (Amanita phalloides).

“The poisonous amanitine found in the death cap mushroom can be fatal if ingested.”

2. noun

A toxin produced by Amanita mushrooms.

“Amanitine is a potent neurotoxin found in some Amanita species.”

Synonyms

  • amanita toxin
  • phalloidin

Antonyms

  • amanita alkaloid
  • amanita glycoalkaloid