East asian brown death cap is a member of the Amanitaceae family, commonly found in East Asian forests. This species thrives in both deciduous and coniferous environments, forming a symbiotic relationship with the tree roots. It features a distinctive brown cap and its appearance varies with maturity, showing a more prominent bulbous base as it ages.
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Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
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General Info About East asian brown death cap
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Attributes of East asian brown death cap
You can find East asian brown death cap by these plants:
Balsam fir, Quaking aspen, Shagbark hickory, Northern red oak, Overcup oak, White oak, Norway spruce
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Scientific Classification of East asian brown death cap
Toxicity and Edibility of East asian brown death cap
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Is East asian brown death cap Toxic?
East asian brown death cap is a hepatotoxic mushroom typically found in East Asian climates during autumn. When consumed, it may cause symptoms such as abdominal cramps, nausea, weakness, vomiting, and dizziness, eventually leading to severe health complications like heart and liver failure. This mushroom is brown-capped, distinguishing it from non-toxic varieties. Extreme caution is advised.
Toxins type
Amatoxins, Phallotoxins, Virotoxins
Type of poisoning
Hepatotoxic
Toxic Severity
Extreme toxicity
Incubation Period
4-24 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Early symptoms: abdominal cramps, nausea, weakness, vomiting, and dizziness, with potential for circulatory failure.
Later stages: calf and abdominal cramps, hepatitis, heart failure, bloody diarrhea, and liver damage.
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Tips for Finding East asian brown death cap
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How to Clean and Preserve East asian brown death cap
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