Description:
Amanita citrina, often referred to as the False Death Cap, is an edible fungus; however, care is necessary because it is easily confused with deadly poisonous Amanita species.
Habitat:
Mycorhizal with hardwood and softwood trees but particularly common under beech trees.
Cap:
Usually lemon-yellow with large veil fragments that are brilliant white. Initially rounded, the cap usually flattens at maturity. An all-white variant is also quite common (Amanita citrina var. alba).
Stem:
White; typically 5 - 8 cm long and rising from a very large, white volva. There is a gutter-like ridge at the top of the volva.
The large stem-ring hangs down slightly; it usually remains intact through to maturity.
Additional Notes:
When cut or bruised, smelling like new potatoes or cut radish.
