Which of the following fungi contains halklucinogens ?

Amanita muscaria

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Neurospora sp

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Ustilago sp

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Morchella esculenta

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Solution

The correct option is D Amanita muscaria
Amanita muscaria, commonly known as the fly agaric or fly amanita, is a basidiomycete of the genus Amanita. Amanita muscaria is noted for its hallucinogenic properties, with its main psychoactive constituents being the compounds ibotenic acid and muscimol.

So, the correct answer is 'Amanita muscaria'.

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