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Lilac Bonnet (Mycena pura)

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Mycena pura

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Toxic

Moderate Toxicity

Mycena pura is considered mildly poisonous and can cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested.

Toxin Type: MuscarineReaction Type: Gastrointestinal irritation

Don't confuse with these look-alikes

Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Lilac Bonnet can be confused with:

  • Mycena rosea — a poisonous look-alike

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