Shaggy Parasol - Chlorophyllum rhacodes
Alt Name
Macrolepiota rhacodes
Description
Cap to 15 cm diameter with slightly reflexed scales on a fibrous background, which give it a shaggy, torn appearance. Stem slightly swollen towards the base, pinkish white, unpatterned. There is a large soft ring which can often be moved up and down the stem. Flesh turning red when cut, gills bruise reddish.
Similar Species
Identification difficulty

ID guidance
- large scaly cap to 15cm
- stem with floppy ring
- stem without patterning
- flesh bruises red
Habitat
Shady places such as woods and hedgerows.
When to see it
Autumn
UK Status
Fairly common in Britain
VC55 Status
Fairly common in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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