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Russula emetica
The mushroom's common names refer to the gastrointestinal distress they cause when consumed raw. The flesh is extremely peppery, but this offensive taste, along with its toxicity, can be removed by parboiling or pickling.
Spotted on Sep 11, 2016
Submitted on Sep 18, 2016
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