Amanita jacksonii

These differ from the European variety (Amanita caesarea), and also the United States have numerous varieties as well.

Photos by: Chris Matherly- 2004

Amanita banningiana,            Amanita jacksonii

Description:

Common Name: American Caesar's Mushroom Cap: Bright Red to Orange, yellowish near edge with age, 2-6 inches. Flesh:   Gills:   Spore Print:   Stalk:   Fruiting:   Range:   Edibility: Not as delicious as the European variety.  Look-alikes: Note: All of the above mushrooms were found in September 2004 in Crawford County in Georgia.

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