⚠ 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
- Grey to grey-brown cap
- white gills
- skirt-like ring on stem
- grey to white volva at base
- grows under conifers
- contains ibotenic acid and muscimol
- not deadly but toxic
Symptoms & Toxicity
Ibotenic acid/muscimol intoxication: confusion, delirium, sedation, ataxia; onset 30-90 minutes; recovery within 24 hours in most cases
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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