Agaricus pequinii

Agaricus pequinii

A species of Agaricus.

Agaricus pequinii is a member of the 'Agaricaceae' family, frequently identified by its wide, umbrella-shaped caps. It typically thrives in grassy habitats and appears during a particular time of year, which differs geographically. While its color and dimensions can vary, it generally displays characteristics that enable differentiation from other comparable species.

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Attributes of Agaricus pequinii

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You can find Agaricus pequinii by these plants
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Scientific Classification of Agaricus pequinii

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Agaricaceae
Genus
Agaricus
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Toxicity and Edibility of Agaricus pequinii

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Is Agaricus pequinii Toxic?

Ingestion of Agaricus pequinii, a toxic fungus, leads to gastroenteritis developing between 30 minutes and 3 hours. Key indicators are nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, occasionally alongside perspiration, fatigue, lightheadedness, and shivers.