Russula emetica

The Sickener

Also known as Kirschroter Speitäubling

Poisonous

Blazing red cap, searingly acrid taste. Raw it causes vomiting; the name is a fair warning.

Poisonous in this game means: Toxic to humans — ranges from serious stomach upset to lethal.

Do not use this page to identify a mushroom you intend to eat. It describes one species in general terms and cannot account for lookalikes, regional variation, your own sensitivity or how the mushroom is prepared. Ask a qualified local expert.

Genus

Russula emetica sits in the genus Russula. Its close relatives in this game are listed below — worth comparing, because genus-mates are exactly what people confuse.

Russula emetica

Genus

See also