Is White Dapperling edible?
Leucoagaricus leucothites
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DeadlyWhile Leucoagaricus leucothites is generally considered edible, it can be easily confused with poisonous Amanita species, such as Amanita bisporigera (Destroying Angel) and Amanita ocreata (Angel of Death). These Amanita species contain amatoxins, which are deadly and can cause liver failure.
Toxin Type: Amatoxins (in look-alikes)Reaction Type: Liver failure (if mistaken for Amanita species)
Don't confuse with these look-alikes
Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. White Dapperling can be confused with:
- Amanita bisporigera — mushroom
- Amanita ocreata — mushroom
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