Hongo's false death cap

Amanita pseudoporphyria

A species of Amanita mushrooms.

Hongo's false death cap is a notable member of a fungal family recognized for its unique look. Typically found in wooded environments, this species emerges during the summer and autumn months. It presents a cap that spans from shades of gray to purple, complemented by white gills on its underside. Hongo's false death cap forms a mutually beneficial partnership with trees, facilitating the exchange of nutrients.

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Attributes of Hongo's false death cap

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You can find Hongo's false death cap by these plants
Balsam fir, Quaking aspen, Shagbark hickory, Northern red oak, Overcup oak, White oak, Norway spruce

Scientific Classification of Hongo's false death cap

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Phylum
Club fungi
Class
Mushroom-forming fungi
Order
Gilled fungi
Family
Amanita
Genus
Amanita mushrooms
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Toxicity and Edibility of Hongo's false death cap

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Is Hongo's false death cap Toxic?

Hongo's false death cap is a toxic mushroom that, if accidentally eaten, can cause kidney damage. Initial symptoms of gastroenteritis typically appear 8 to 12 hours after consumption. However, the signs of kidney damage, such as reduced or absent urine output and eventual kidney failure, might not become apparent until 1 to 2 weeks later.