Grey veiled amanita
Amanita porphyria
Safety assessment
Poisonous
Based on reviewed safety sources.
A grey-violet amanita with white gills and a raw-potato smell. Poisonous, containing toxic compounds.
Identification
- Cap grey-violet with a metallic sheen; veil patches sparse.
- Stem ringed, with a bulbous base that carries a distinct rim.
Lookalikes
These species can be confused
Baltic distribution
- Latvia
- 41
- Lithuania
- 76
- Estonia
- 440
- Global
- 17213
Occurrence records in GBIF — not a claim that the species is absent elsewhere.
Safety first. This information is an educational reference, not a confirmation of an edible mushroom. Identifying fungi is difficult and mistakes can be dangerous. Never eat a mushroom unless you are completely certain of its identity, and consult a certified mycologist.
