Identification: Unknown white mushrooms

Discussion in 'Fungi, Lichens and Slime Molds' started by Sundrop, Oct 16, 2011.

  1. Sundrop

    Sundrop Well-Known Member

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    Growing in a grass/thyme mix close to a big Pine tree. Smell pleasant, mushroomy. Could it be Amanita?
     

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    vitog Contributor 10 Years

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    That is most likely Leucoagaricus naucinus, formerly known as Lepiota naucina. Check it out on MushroomExpert.com.
     
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    Yes, it fits photos and description. Thank you vitog.
     
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    any yellow staining on the stem with handling?
     
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    Don't remember any staining. Is it important?
     
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    Leucoagaricus naucinus tends to stain yellow when handled.
     
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    I checked it. No staining on the stem when touched. However they tend to became slightly yellowish after gathering, both stem and cap.
     

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