⚠ If you suspect ingestion of this species, call Poison Control immediately:
1-800-222-1222 (US) · poison.org
1-800-222-1222 (US) · poison.org
Key Identification Features
- Olive-brown to yellow-brown cap
- gills initially lilac-blue then clay-brown
- stem blue at base
- under conifers
- orellanine risk — kidney failure may appear days to weeks after ingestion
Symptoms & Toxicity
Orellanine nephrotoxin: delayed kidney failure 2-3 weeks post-ingestion; irreversible in severe cases
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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