Is Glistening Inkcap edible?
Coprinellus micaceus
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SafeCoprinellus micaceus is not considered poisonous, but consumption is not recommended due to its small size and the risk of misidentification with toxic species.
Don't confuse with these look-alikes
Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Glistening Inkcap can be confused with:
- Coprinopsis atramentaria — mushroom
- Parasola plicatilis — mushroom
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