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Tricholoma pessundatum

⚠ Mildly Toxic

Monitor symptoms; call Poison Control if they persist: 1-800-222-1222

Habitat: pine forest
Peak season: Fall

Key Identification Features

Reddish-brown sticky cap
white gills with reddish-brown spots
fragrant floury odor
under conifers especially pine
contains tricholoma toxins causing GI upset
avoid

Symptoms & Toxicity

GI irritation, nausea, vomiting; tricholoma GI toxins

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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