Leucocoprinus cretaceus is a common mushroom of tropical and subtropical climates. Leucocoprinus cretaceus usually grows on manure, wood chips, and sawdust but it often pops out in planters and greenhouses.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 8 cm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Toxicity and Edibility
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Leucocoprinus cretaceus
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Attributes of Leucocoprinus cretaceus
Cap Diameter
2 - 8 cm
Height
3 - 10 cm
Cap
Cap 2 - 8 cm; roundish, expanding to convex or nearly flat; white; dry, covered with small, wart-like scales
Cap Shape
Convex, Flat
Cap Surfaces
Warted
Gills
Free; close or crowded; white
Gill Attachment
Free
Stem
Stem 3 - 8 cm long, 5 - 10 mm thick; with a moderately swollen basev; white; covered with soft scales
Stem Shapes
Club Shaped
Stem Surfaces
Scaly
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
White; unchanging when sliced
Ring
Fragile; white
Ring
With Ring
Spore Print Color
White to creamy
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Apparently uncommon
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Leucocoprinus cretaceus
Leucocoprinus cretaceus can be found in forests but it tends to appear in urban environments such as greenhouses, planters, containers, and potted plants. Its preferred substrates are manure and wood chips.
Scientific Classification of Leucocoprinus cretaceus
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Is Leucocoprinus cretaceus Toxic?
Leucocoprinus cretaceus thrives in warm and humid conditions, commonly found in late summer to early autumn. This gastrointestinal toxic mushroom causes intense stomach distress, potentially leading to severe cramping, nausea, sweating, and irregular vital signs. Its distinctively chalky, white color sets it apart from other non-toxic mushrooms. Consumption is strongly discouraged.
Type of poisoning
Gastrointestinal
Toxic Severity
Low toxicity
Incubation Period
0.5-6 hours
Poisoning Symptoms
Triggers acute gastric distress that can escalate within hours. Symptoms often include severe cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. These symptoms can be accompanied by profuse sweating or chills, demonstrating systemic toxicity. The victim may also experience drastic fluctuations in blood pressure and heart rate due to significant fluid loss.
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Tips for Finding Leucocoprinus cretaceus
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What are the Ideal Soil Conditions for Leucocoprinus cretaceus
Well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
What are Some Tips for Finding Leucocoprinus cretaceus
Search around indoor potted plants and greenhouses, as leucocoprinus cretaceus often thrives in these controlled environments.
Check for loose clusters or solitary growths in the soil of houseplants or public botanical displays.
Inspect planters and landscaped areas in and around buildings, as leucocoprinus cretaceus may colonize these cultivated soils.
Be gentle when handling soil and plants; leucocoprinus cretaceus tends to be delicate and can be easily disrupted during the search.
How to Clean and Preserve Leucocoprinus cretaceus
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