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Flowerpot Parasol

Leucocoprinus birnbaumii

⚠ Mildly Toxic

Monitor symptoms; call Poison Control if they persist: 1-800-222-1222

Cap color: yellow,lemon
Cap size: 2–6 cm
Gill color: yellow
Gill attachment: free
Stem: yellow, with ring, base bulbous
Texture: fragile, powdery
Habitat: potted plant soil, greenhouse, tropical garden
Fruiting season: year-round
Peak season: Year-round (indoors)

Key Identification Features

Cap bright lemon-yellow with powdery granules, 2–6 cm
gills yellow, free
stem yellow with ring
grows indoors in potted plants and greenhouses
entire mushroom vivid yellow distinguishes it from other species

Symptoms & Toxicity

GI irritation including nausea and vomiting; toxic if eaten

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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