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Leucoagaricus leucothites

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description Leucoagaricus leucothites Overview

Leucoagaricus leucothites, also called the white dapperling or smooth parasol, is a widespread agaric found on lawns, grasslands, in woods, and in other human-modified habitats. Its dry whitish cap, free gills that turn cream or pinkish with age, white ringed stem, and white spore print help distinguish it from related mushrooms. It resembles toxic Amanita species, and some people develop gastrointestinal illness after eating it, so it is not recommended as an edible mushroom [UBC](https://explore.beatymuseum.ubc.ca/mushroomsup/L_leucothites.html).

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Where does Leucoagaricus leucothites grow?

Leucoagaricus leucothites occurs in lawns, grasslands, woods, and human-modified habitats. It is therefore often encountered in managed or disturbed places as well as natural settings.

How can you identify the white dapperling?

It has a dry whitish cap, free gills, a white ringed stem, and a white spore print. The gills may become cream or pinkish as the mushroom ages.

Is Leucoagaricus leucothites edible?

It should not be treated as a guaranteed edible mushroom because white dapperlings can be confused with other pale agarics. Safe identification requires expert checking, especially when poisonous lookalikes are possible.

Why do its gills turn pinkish with age?

The gills can change from pale tones toward cream or pinkish shades as the spores mature. This aging change is part of the species' identification profile, but it should be considered alongside the cap, ring, and spore print.

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