Is Ghostly Russula edible?
Russula chloroides
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SafeEdible but must be thoroughly cooked. Consuming raw may cause gastrointestinal upset due to its mild acridity.
Toxin Type: None known in significant quantities when cookedReaction Type: Gastrointestinal distress if undercooked
Don't confuse with these look-alikes
Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Ghostly Russula can be confused with:
- Russula delica — Russula
- Lactarius vellereus — Lactarius
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