Flowerpot Parasol
Leucocoprinus birnbaumii
poisonous
Distribution
Worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions. Common in houseplant pots and greenhouses.
Habitat
Saprotrophic in potting soil, greenhouses, and tropical gardens.
Season
Year-round in indoor environments.
Toxin Type
Unknown (GI)
Symptoms
Causes GI distress: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Bright yellow color is distinctive. Frequently encountered in homes and offices.
User Reported Vision
Bright yellow flowerpot patterns appeared everywhere. Birnbaum spirits lived in impossible indoor gardens. The world was a greenhouse of madness.