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Yellow Knight (Tricholoma equestre)

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Tricholoma equestre

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Toxic

Severe Toxicity

Tricholoma equestre has been implicated in several cases of rhabdomyolysis since 1990 and is now considered poisonous. Symptoms include muscle pain, weakness, and elevated creatine kinase levels.

Reaction Type: Rhabdomyolysis

Don't confuse with these look-alikes

Misidentification is the most common cause of mushroom poisoning. Yellow Knight can be confused with:

  • Tricholoma flavovirens — mushroom

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