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Crab brittlegill (Russula heterophylla)

Is Crab brittlegill edible?

Russula heterophylla

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Russula heterophylla is generally considered edible and non-toxic.

Don't confuse with these look-alikes

Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Crab brittlegill can be confused with:

  • Sickener — mushroom

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