Fool's Webcap
Cortinarius speciosissimus
deadly
Distribution
Northern and Central Europe, particularly common in Scandinavia and the British Isles.
Habitat
Mycorrhizal with birch (Betula) and hazel (Corylus) in mixed forests, often on damp acidic soils.
Season
Late summer to autumn (August-November).
Toxin Type
Orellanine
Symptoms
Orellanine causes delayed renal failure 2-17 days after ingestion. Initial symptoms are mild GI upset, followed by severe kidney damage. Mortality without treatment is significant.
User Reported Vision
Fool's webcap beauty deceived me. Most beautiful patterns that were deadly to touch. I saw gorgeous death spirits dressed in finest silk.