Macrolepiota rhacodes
(C.Vittadini) R. Singer
Shaggy Parasol
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Description
A large mushroom in the family Agaricaceae found in temperate regions, with shaggy caps.
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Edible Uses
The fruiting bodies are eaten, with young mushrooms typically fried.
Traditional Uses
Caution: Some people can have an allergic reaction to this mushroom. The fruiting bodies are eaten. The young mushrooms are fried.
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Known Hazards
Some people can have an allergic reaction to this mushroom.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Australia, Balkans, Britain, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Europe, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Italy, Mediterranean, New Zealand, North America, Slovenia, Spain, USA,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Culin dahuanbinggu
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- Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 249 (As Lepiota rhacodes)
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- Hall, I. R., et al, 2003, Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms of the World. Timber Press. p 156
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