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Sarcosphaera coronaria

Pink Crown

Also known as Kronenbecherling

Poisonous

A star-shaped cup fungus that hyperaccumulates arsenic from the soil. Formerly eaten, now avoided.

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.

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Genus

Sarcosphaera coronaria sits in the genus Sarcosphaera. It is the only member of its genus in this game.

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