Is Scaly Pholiota edible?
Pholiota squarrosa
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Mild ToxicityPholiota squarrosa is not considered highly toxic, but it can cause gastrointestinal upset in some individuals. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Reaction Type: Gastrointestinal irritant
Don't confuse with these look-alikes
Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Scaly Pholiota can be confused with:
- Pholiota aurivella — a similar species of Pholiota
- Armillaria mellea — a species of honey fungus
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