Sooty milkcap is a member of a well-known fungal family characterized by gilled mushrooms often found in woodland areas. This species is recognizable by its dark, smokey-hued cap and distinct milky fluid that occurs upon slicing. It typically emerges in warm, late summer to autumn months and forms symbiotic relationships with surrounding trees.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 10 cm
Odor:
Mild with slight fruity notes.
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Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Sooty milkcap
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Attributes of Sooty milkcap
Cap Diameter
2 - 10 cm
Height
3 - 9 cm
Cap
Cap 4.5 - 13 cm across; convex to flat; pale gray-brown; surface smooth
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat, Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Velvety
Gills
Adnate to slightly decurrent; crowded; olive-buff to pinkish-buff; turns pinkish when stained
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem 4 - 9 cm long, 1 - 2 cm thick; cylindric, tapers to the base; pale gray-brown, whitish
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Is Sooty milkcap Toxic?
Sooty milkcap is typically found in varying habitats and seasons and exhibits distinct morphological features. Despite the intriguing look, it contains gastrointestinal toxins. Upon potential ingestion, it can cause nausea, vomiting, cramps, and diarrhea. More severe impacts extend to vision problems, movement disorders, and potential damage to vital organs like the liver and kidneys. It's therefore crucial not to consume sooty milkcap.
Toxins type
Terpenoid
Type of poisoning
Gastrointestinal
Toxic Severity
Moderate toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-4 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Common symptoms include gastrointestinal distress, characterized by nausea, vomiting, cramps, and diarrhea.
In more severe cases, poisoning can lead to issues beyond the digestive system, such as vision problems, movement disorders like tremors or ataxia, and potential damage to vital organs like the liver and kidneys.
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Tips for Finding Sooty milkcap
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