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yellow pleated parasol
Leucocoprinus birnbaumii
-1.8933, 138.765
Field Notes
Description:
"Leucocoprinus is a genus of fungi in the family Agaricaceae. Its best known member is the yellow pot-plant mushroom (Leucocoprinus birnbaumii), found worldwide. The fungus is common throughout the tropics and subtropics, extending into warmer parts of the temperate zones."
Habitat:
Found growing at base of coconut palm stump in a village yard.
Notes:
"Fruit bodies of Leucocoprinus birnbaumii are poisonous if consumed, causing significant stomach problems."
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PublishedJuly 24, 2011
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