What color are non-toxic mushrooms

Mushrooms that are not poisonous come in a variety of colors, and it is not enough to judge whether they are poisonous based solely on their color. Mushrooms come in various colors such as white, brown, yellow, and red, and some poisonous mushrooms may also appear in ordinary colors. Whether mushrooms are toxic or not needs to be confirmed through professional identification. Do not consume wild mushrooms on your own.

The color of mushrooms is not directly related to toxicity. Many edible mushrooms such as shiitake mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, and enoki mushrooms appear white or light brown, while some highly toxic mushrooms such as white mushroom also appear white. There are brightly colored non-toxic mushrooms in nature, such as some species of the Russula family that are edible, while some species of the gray white Amanita genus are highly toxic. The traditional belief that brightly colored mushrooms are poisonous is not scientific, and poisonous mushrooms may mimic the color and morphology of edible mushrooms. Some poisonous mushrooms will release danger signals through color changes, such as blue-green milk mushrooms that turn blue after injury containing toxins, but more poisonous mushrooms have stable and unchanged colors. The toxic substances of poisonous mushrooms, such as Amanita toxin and muscarine alkaloids, are not related to pigment synthesis, and their color only reflects the light and humidity conditions in their growth environment. The color of mushrooms of the same variety may change from light to dark due to different growth stages, and the color difference between the juvenile and mature stages cannot be used as a safety basis.

It is recommended to comprehensively judge the safety of mushrooms based on their cap morphology, gill characteristics, and the presence or absence of fungal rings. When purchasing mushrooms, it is advisable to choose regular markets and avoid consuming wild mushrooms from unknown sources. Eating poisonous mushrooms by mistake may cause liver and kidney damage or even death. If symptoms of poisoning occur, seek medical attention immediately. Mushrooms in daily diet need to be fully heated and cooked, and some edible mushrooms may also cause gastrointestinal discomfort when eaten raw.