Polyozellus atrolazulinus is a fungus species of the Thelephoraceae family, that was previously part of the Polyozellus multiplex species complex. This mushroom is a notable bright blue-purple colour, and as a result is frequently used for dyes.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Polyozellus atrolazulinus 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
Classification
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Phylum
- Basidiomycota
- Class
- Agaricomycetes
- Order
- Thelephorales
- Family
- Polyozellaceae
- Genus
- Polyozellus
- Species
- Polyozellus atrolazulinus
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