Green Spored Parasol
FamilyAgaricaceae
EdibilityPoisonous
HabitatLawns (warm regions)
SeasonSummer
About the Green Spored Parasol
Chlorophyllum molybdites causes more mushroom poisonings in North America than any other species, usually from lawns in warm states. Looks like a choice parasol or giant button mushroom. The green tinged spore print is the giveaway. Victims endure brutal vomiting and diarrhea but usually recover.
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