Is Angel's Wings edible?
Pleurocybella porrigens
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Severe ToxicityOnce considered edible, Angel's Wings has been implicated in several cases of encephalopathy (brain disease) in Japan, particularly in individuals with pre-existing kidney disease. It is now considered potentially toxic, and consumption is not recommended.
Reaction Type: Encephalopathy
Don't confuse with these look-alikes
Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Angel's Wings can be confused with:
- Oyster Mushroom — an edible mushroom
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