California agaricus
A species of Agaricus Scientific name : Agaricus californicus Genus : Agaricus
California agaricus, A species of Agaricus
Scientific name: Agaricus californicus
Genus: Agaricus
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Description
The california agaricus, found along portions of coastal California, is a toxic mushroom that is closely related to (and closely resembles) several sought-after, edible species, such as button mushrooms and white and brown field mushrooms. One distinguishing characteristic of california agaricus is that its flesh will begin to yellow when cut or bruised; unfortunately, this reaction is not always obvious. It is not deadly poisonous, but ingestion can cause gastrointestinal distress.
Colors
Yellow
White
Habitat
The Agaricus californicus grows in diverse habitats - it appears in both deciduous and coniferous forests, in lawns, gardens, and disturbed areas. It occasionally appears on well-decayed wood chips.
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General Info
Toxicity
The california agaricus is a mildly poisonous mushroom. It contains chemical compounds that can cause gastrointestinal upset in some people, including mild nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting.
Habitat
The Agaricus californicus grows in diverse habitats - it appears in both deciduous and coniferous forests, in lawns, gardens, and disturbed areas. It occasionally appears on well-decayed wood chips.
Growth Form
Saprobic; gregarious
Sporocarp Height
4.3 cm
Cap Diameter
3-7 cm
Endangered Species
No
Substrate
On soil
Smell
Mildly phenolic
Spore Print
Dark brown
Species Status
Widely distributed
How to identify it?
Similar Species
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Agaricaceae Genus
Agaricus Species
California agaricus 
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