Verdigris Agaric

Stropharia aeruginosa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi Phylum: Basidiomycota Class: Agaricomycetes Order: Agaricales Family: Strophariaceae Genus: Stropharia

About

Stropharia aeruginosa, commonly known as the verdigris agaric, is a medium-sized green, slimy woodland mushroom, found on lawns, mulch and woodland from spring to autumn. The edibility of this mushroom is controversial - some sources claim that it is edible, while others claim it to be poisonous, although effects are little known and its toxic constituents undescribed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Verdigris Agaric?
The scientific name of Verdigris Agaric is Stropharia aeruginosa.
What kingdom does Verdigris Agaric belong to?
Verdigris Agaric belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Verdigris Agaric belong to?
Verdigris Agaric belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Verdigris Agaric belong to?
Verdigris Agaric belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Verdigris Agaric belong to?
Verdigris Agaric belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Verdigris Agaric belong to?
Verdigris Agaric belongs to the family Strophariaceae.
What genus does Verdigris Agaric belong to?
Verdigris Agaric belongs to the genus Stropharia.