⚠ If you suspect ingestion of this species, call Poison Control immediately:
1-800-222-1222 (US) · poison.org
1-800-222-1222 (US) · poison.org
Key Identification Features
- Cap 3-10 cm, pale buff to tan, smooth, convex to flat. Gills brownish-gray, notched. Very strong RADISH-like smell — most reliable field character. Grows near trees in parks, gardens, forests. Brown spore print. Common in suburban gardens and parks.
Symptoms & Toxicity
Onset within 2 hr: GI distress — nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. No delayed hepatic or renal phase. Rapid onset distinguishes from amatoxin species.
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
Safety disclaimer: This page is for educational purposes only. Never eat a wild mushroom based solely on online information. Always verify identification using multiple reliable field guides and, when possible, consult an experienced forager or mycologist. When in doubt, don't eat it. Spore & Scout accepts no responsibility for identification errors or adverse reactions. If you believe someone has ingested a toxic mushroom, call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) immediately.