description Stropharia aeruginosa Overview
Stropharia aeruginosa, commonly called the verdigris agaric, is a blue-green mushroom associated with woodland soils, grass, and decaying plant material. Its cap is often viscid or slimy when wet and may fade toward yellowish or ochre tones as it ages. The species occurs in Europe and has also been reported in North America, but it is not considered suitable for eating because its edibility is uncertain or toxic effects are possible.
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What does Stropharia aeruginosa look like?
Stropharia aeruginosa is commonly called the verdigris agaric because of its blue-green appearance. Its cap is often slimy when wet and may fade toward yellowish or ochre tones with age.
Where does Stropharia aeruginosa grow?
It is associated with woodland soils, grass, and decaying plant material. The species occurs in Europe and related temperate habitats.
Is Stropharia aeruginosa safe to eat?
Do not treat a field identification as proof that it is edible. Blue-green color and a slimy cap are not enough for safe mushroom identification, so unknown specimens should not be consumed.
What is the common name for Stropharia aeruginosa?
Its common name is the verdigris agaric. The name refers to the mushroom's greenish-blue coloration.
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