ZZZ Amanita phalloides
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Death Cap, Deadly Agaric
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A deadly poisonous mushroom in the Amanitaceae family that should never be eaten under any circumstances.
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Traditional Uses
CAUTION This fungus is deadly poisonous containing the poison Phallin, and liver toxins. The poison effects may take one or two days to show. It should not be eaten under any circumstances.
Known Hazards
Extremely toxic, containing the poison phallin and liver toxins. Poisoning effects may take one to two days to appear.
Where It Grows
Asia, Australia, India,
References (6)
- Ciesla, W.M., 1998, Non-wood forest products from conifers. Non-wood forest products 12, FAO, Rome, p 91
- Fuhrer, B., 2005, A field guide to Australian Fungi. Bloomings Books. p 27
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- Kaufmann, B. et al, 1999, The Great Encyclopedia of Mushrooms. Konemann. p 14, 176
- Pace, G., 1998, Mushrooms of the world. Firefly books. p 27
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- Wilson, S., 1997, Some Plants are Poisonous. Reed. p 12
