Chlorophyllum brunneum
Shaggy Parasol
Also known as Garten-Safranschirmling
PoisonousEaten happily by many people and a reliable emetic for others, with no way of knowing which you are until after dinner. It also puts foragers one step away from the green-spored parasol.
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.
Genus
Chlorophyllum brunneum sits in the genus Chlorophyllum. Its close relatives in this game are listed below — worth comparing, because genus-mates are exactly what people confuse.