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The sickener mushroom

Russula emetica

Photo by mary.gallo.m
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Field Notes

Description:

The russula emetica is also known as the sickener or vomiting russula. It has a red flat cap with a cuticle that can be peeled off almost to the center. The gills are white to pale cream and closely spaced. The names of this mushroom refer to the gastrointestinal distress they cause when consumed raw. Widely eaten in Russia and eastern European countries. Not recommended for eating

Habitat:

Sandy forest path, Forest Pond, Delaware Seashore State Park , Bethany Beach Delaware

Species ID Suggestions

The Sickener

Russula emetica

Comments (5)

Great spotting, Mary. Pretty mushroom. Not so pretty name.
Thanks LuckyLogan and AntonioGinjaGinja for helping to clarify this spotting of a russula emetica. Much appreciated.
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PublishedOctober 18, 2014

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