– Cap initially convex, later expanded, shiny white, often slightly yellowing when scratched.
– Gills initially whitish, turning grayish-pink to dark brown with age.
– Stem white, widened and floccose at the base, faintly yellowing when scratched.
– Ring hanging, large and thin, underside covered in soft scales.
– Flesh with a mild taste and first with a pleasant almond scent, but soon unpleasant, urine-like when aging.
Agaricus
Macro Mushroom
Agaricus urinascens
LC
Least concern
Edible
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Characteristics
Ecology
Primarily found in meadows and pastures but also in herb-rich coniferous forests. Possibly prefers calcareous soil.
Notes
Edible but not considered a delicacy.
Similar species
Agaricus xanthodermus is similar but yellows intensely upon bruising and has an unpleasant odor, mildly toxic.
The Destroying Angel (Amanita virosa) has white gills and a volva at the base, highly toxic.
The Destroying Angel (Amanita virosa) has white gills and a volva at the base, highly toxic.
