Is Blackening Waxcap edible?
Hygrocybe conica
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Mild ToxicityWhile not considered highly toxic, consumption of Hygrocybe conica is generally not recommended as it can cause gastrointestinal upset in some individuals.
Reaction Type: Gastrointestinal Irritant
Don't confuse with these look-alikes
Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Blackening Waxcap can be confused with:
- Dune Waxcap — mushroom
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