3 Major Types of Mushrooms: Edible, Wild and Poisonous

‘If in doubt, throw it out’: How to identify wild mushrooms for consumption

Experts warn foragers to exercise extreme caution when collecting wild mushrooms, as misidentifying and consuming fungi can cause illness and even death.

3 Major Types of Mushrooms: Edible, Wild and Poisonous

Some types of mushrooms are delicious and nutritious, while others are deadly and should never be eaten. Learning how to tell them apart is essential for both food lovers and foragers; knowing the difference between edible mushrooms and poisonous mushrooms can literally be a matter of life and death.