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yellow pleated parasol

Leucocoprinus birnbaumii

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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1 Comment

Scott Frazier
Scott Frazier 12 years ago

I suppose this is found across the world? Thanks for the ID Clive!

Scott Frazier
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Scott Frazier

Papua, Indonesia

Spotted on Jun 27, 2011
Submitted on Jul 24, 2011

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