Is Cortinarius edible?
Cortinarius
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Severe ToxicityMany Cortinarius mushrooms are toxic and can cause severe gastrointestinal distress, including vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.
Toxin Type: CortinarinsReaction Type: Gastrointestinal Distress
Don't confuse with these look-alikes
Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Cortinarius can be confused with:
- Galerina — Galerina
- Pholiota — Pholiota
- Gymnopilus — Gymnopilus
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