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False Morel

Scientific Name - Gyromitra esculenta 

This mushroom contains a toxin that can cause seizures, vomiting, and even death

Scientific Name - Galerina Marginata  

This mushroom contains a toxin that can cause liver failure

 Autumn Skullcap

Stinking Parasol

Several species of Lepiota contain toxins that causes symptoms ranging from nausea and vomiting to liver and kidney damage.

Scientific Name - Lepiota cristata 

Ivory Funnel

Scientific Name - Clitocybe dealbata 

This mushroom contains a toxin that can cause gastrointestinal symptoms

Brown Roll Rim

Scientific Name -Paxillus involutus

This mushroom contains a toxin that can cause gastrointestinal symptoms and allergic reactions

Deadly Webcap

Scientific Name - Cortinarius rubellus 

This mushroom contains a toxin that can cause kidney failure

Death Cap

Scientific Name - Amanita phalloides

This mushroom is one of the most poisonous mushrooms in the world.It causes liver failure

Fool's Conecap

Scientific Name -Conocybe filaris

This mushroom contains a higher risk of toxicity.It is lethal to humans

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