Tricholoma equestre

Man on Horseback

Also known as Grünling

Poisonous

Eaten for centuries, then linked to fatal rhabdomyolysis after repeated large meals. Now banned from sale in several countries.

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

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Genus

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

Tricholoma equestre

Genus

See also