The death cap is responsible for the majority of mushroom poisoning deaths worldwide. Contains potent toxins called amatoxins, which cause liver and kidney failure. Symptoms may not appear until 6-12 hours after ingestion, making it particularly dangerous. ¹⁾

A group of deadly mushrooms with a pure white appearance. Like the death cap, they contain amatoxins that lead to severe organ damage. Often mistaken for edible mushrooms, leading to fatal poisoning cases. ²⁾

Contains orellanine, a toxin that can cause kidney failure. Symptoms can take days to weeks to appear, making diagnosis difficult. Found in Europe and North America, often mistaken for edible webcaps. ³⁾

A white mushroom similar to the destroying angel, also containing amatoxins. Causes severe liver and kidney damage if ingested. Commonly found in Europe and Asia. ⁴⁾

Contains amatoxins, the same deadly toxins found in the death cap and destroying angel. Grows on decaying wood and is often mistaken for edible species like honey mushrooms. Found in forests across North America, Europe, and Asia. ⁵⁾

Contains muscimol and ibotenic acid, which cause hallucinations, seizures, and delirium. Often mistaken for the edible blusher mushroom. Found in Europe, Asia, and North America. ⁶⁾

Contains gyromitrin, which is metabolized into monomethylhydrazine (MMH), a toxic compound. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and in severe cases, liver damage. Found in North America and Europe, often mistaken for true morels. ⁷⁾

Contains illudin S, causing severe gastrointestinal distress. Bioluminescent, glowing faintly in the dark. Often mistaken for chanterelles due to its similar color and shape. ⁸⁾

Contains toxins that can cause a severe immune-mediated hemolytic reaction. Symptoms include gastrointestinal distress, hemolysis, and kidney failure. Found in Europe and North America. ⁹⁾

Contains amatoxins, similar to those found in the death cap and destroying angel. Causes severe liver and kidney damage if ingested. Found in lawns, meadows, and gardens in Europe and North America. ¹⁰⁾

Contains muscarine, which affects the autonomic nervous system. Symptoms include excessive salivation, sweating, and severe gastrointestinal distress. Found in grassy areas across Europe and North America. ¹¹⁾

Causes severe gastrointestinal distress, including vomiting and diarrhea. Often mistaken for the edible parasol mushroom. Found in lawns and gardens across North America and Australia. ¹²⁾

Contains muscimol and ibotenic acid, causing hallucinations and delirium. Recognizable by its bright red cap with white spots, often depicted in fairy tales. Found in temperate and boreal regions across the Northern Hemisphere. ¹³⁾

Contains the toxin muscarine, which can cause symptoms similar to those caused by the ivory funnel. Mildly toxic and can cause gastrointestinal distress. Found in forests and grassy areas in Europe and North America. ¹⁴⁾

Contains ibotenic acid and muscimol, leading to central nervous system effects. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and hallucinations. Found in coniferous and deciduous forests in Europe and North America. ¹⁵⁾