Deadly fibrecap
Inosperma erubescens
A pale brown fibrecap that reddens where bruised or handled and smells of ripe pears. It contains muscarine.
Identification
- Bruised areas stain red-brown.
- Strong sweet pear smell; cap covered in radial fibres.
Baltic distribution
- Latvia
- 49
- Lithuania
- 1
- Estonia
- 6615
- Global
- 9029
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.