Shaggy Parasol
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Shaggy Parasol
Chlorophyllum molybdites
The Shaggy Parasol is a tall mushroom with a floppy cap that looks like an umbrella! It can be found in grassy areas and is fun to spot.
Habitat: Grassy fields
Appearance
The Shaggy Parasol has a white to cream-colored cap covered in shaggy, brownish scales, often flattened when mature. Its free gills are initially white but notoriously turn a distinct greenish color as spores develop, differentiating it from edible look-alikes. It also features a pale stalk with a prominent, movable ring.
KingdomFungiPhylumBasidiomycotaClassAgaricomycetesOrderAgaricalesFamilyAgaricaceaeGenusChlorophyllum
Category
FungiRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
1
Interesting facts
Despite its "parasol" name, it's not a true parasol and is very poisonous!
It causes more mushroom poisonings in North America than any other fungus!
Its gills change from white to a weird, tell-tale green color as it matures!
This common lawn mushroom is one of the most frequently misidentified fungi!
Special abilities
Ability
Spore Launcher
Shaggy Parasol can release millions of greenish spores, helping it spread widely and colonize new ground.
Ability
Toxic Protector
Shaggy Parasol produces potent toxins that cause severe illness, protecting itself from most animals.
Ability
Habitat Conqueror
Shaggy Parasol thrives in disturbed areas like lawns, allowing it to grow where other fungi struggle.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-25 cm
- Edibility
- poisonous
- Cap Diameter
- 8-30 cm
- Growth Substrate
- soil
- Season
- Summer to early Fall
- Spore Color
- Greenish-olive
Ecological connections
depends on
Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis
decomposes dead blades and roots
depends on
Perennial Ryegrass
Lolium perenne
feeds on fallen organic material
eats
Spanish Slug
Arion vulgaris
some slugs can tolerate its toxins
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Spore Producing
Spore-producing organisms reproduce by releasing small, often single-celled, reproductive units called spores.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Also known as
False ParasolGreen Parasol
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Shaggy Parasol?
10-25 cm
Is Shaggy Parasol edible?
poisonous
How big is Shaggy Parasol?
8-30 cm
Where is Shaggy Parasol usually found?
Grassy fields
What does Shaggy Parasol grow on?
soil
When is Shaggy Parasol in season?
Summer to early Fall
What color are Shaggy Parasol spores?
Greenish-olive
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