⚠ 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
- Pale yellow to white cap often with patches from universal veil
- white gills
- ring present
- bulbous base with large volva
- raw garlic or potato odor
- dangerous lookalike for Death Cap
Symptoms & Toxicity
Inedible due to toxicity; contains bufotenine; GI upset if eaten raw; dangerous primarily due to confusion with Amanita phalloides — always verify with expert
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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