This mushroom is commonly found on lawns and is native to
the Pacific Northwest region of the US. Whilst it doesn’t look
immediately inviting as a snack its appearance in gardens
brings it into closer proximity with people than many other
mushrooms.

The other factor in accidental poisoning with this mushroom is
the alleged similar appearance to the Psilocybes mushroom,
also known as magic mushrooms. However, taking one of
these could lead to the mother of all bad trips.

This fungus is known to contain the particularly deadly ama-
toxin which if ingested can cause irreparable liver damage.