NIH MeSH · D000545Organisms
Amanita
Also known asAmanitas
Definition
A genus of fungi of the family Agaricaceae, order Agaricales; most species are poisonous.
MeSH classification
- B01.300.179.100.110
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Agaricales
An extensive order of basidiomycetous fungi whose fruiting bodies are commonly called mushrooms.
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Common questions about Amanita
What does Amanita mean in medicine?
A genus of fungi of the family Agaricaceae, order Agaricales; most species are poisonous. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Amanita known by any other names?
Yes. Amanita is also referred to as Amanitas in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Amanita sit in the medical classification?
Amanita falls under the broader medical category "Organisms" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: B01.300.179.100.110). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000545) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗