Agaricus californicus
California Agaricus
PoisonousComes up on Californian lawns among the edible field mushrooms, smelling of ink or phenol. One of the commonest causes of mushroom sickness in the state, for exactly that reason.
Poisonous in this game means: Toxic to humans — ranges from serious stomach upset to lethal.
Commonly confused with
Do not use this page to identify a mushroom you intend to eat. It describes one species in general terms, lists only the best-documented lookalikes, and cannot account for regional variation, your own sensitivity or how the mushroom is prepared. Ask a qualified local expert.
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Genus
Agaricus californicus sits in the genus Agaricus. Its close relatives in this game are listed below — worth comparing, because genus-mates are exactly what people confuse.
See also
Agaricus xanthodermusYellow Stainer
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Agaricus campestrisField MushroomEdible
Agaricus arvensisHorse MushroomEdible
Agaricus bisporusButton Mushroom / PortobelloEdible
Amanita phalloidesDeath CapPoisonous
Amanita virosaDestroying AngelPoisonous