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Yellow Gymnopilus (Gymnopilus luteus) — mushroom identification photo

Yellow Gymnopilus

Gymnopilus luteus

⚠ Moderately Toxic
Call Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
Habitat
Dead hardwood logs
Fruiting season
Summer to Autumn
Peak season
Summer to Autumn

Key Identification Features

Regions Found

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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