Agaricus lilaceps, also known as the cypress agaricus or the giant cypress agaricus, is a species of fungus. Aside from size, the mushroom is characterized by its robust stature. It is a prized edible.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Giant Cypress Agaricus being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Agaricus megalocarpus
- Agaricus bisporus
- Agaricus bernardii
- Agaricus brunneofibrillosus
- Agaricus bitorquis
- Agaricus amicosus
Classification
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Phylum
- Basidiomycota
- Class
- Agaricomycetes
- Order
- Agaricales
- Family
- Agaricaceae
- Genus
- Agaricus
- Species
- Agaricus lilaceps
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