Chlorophyllum molybdites
(Green-gilled Parasol Mushroom)
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FAMILY |
Agaricaceae |
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Species |
Chlorophyllum molybdites |
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Common name |
Green-gilled Parasol Mushroom |
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Colour |
Cap buff-coloured , gills pale yellowish-green |
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Habitat |
Grassy areas |
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Description |
This attractive mushroom stands up to 15 cm above ground level. Cap to 9 cm diameter, initially convex and umbonate at centre, later flattens; buff-coloured with yellowish tinge and brown irregularly scattered brownish scales, darkest near the centre. Gills free, pale yellowish-green darkening with age, spore print olive-green. Stem to 13 cm long, 0.9 cm wide, darkens quickly when cut or bruised, double ring collar-like present. Poisonous. |
Additional image
Chlorophyllum molybdites spore print