Shaggy Parasol
Chlorophyllum rachodes
poisonous
Distribution
North America, Europe, Australia. Common in gardens and compost areas.
Habitat
Saprotrophic in rich soil, wood chips, gardens, and compost.
Season
Summer to autumn.
Toxin Type
GI Irritants
Symptoms
Severe GI poisoning in sensitive individuals. Vomiting and diarrhea within 1-3 hours. Red bruising reaction is characteristic.
User Reported Vision
Shaggy parasol patterns reddened when touched. Rachodes spirits that bruised like flesh. The world reacted to every movement like living skin.