There are multiple morel mushroom look-alikes that are not edible. In fact, across Michigan, there are at least 50 species of mushrooms that are considered poisonous.

There are multiple morel mushroom look-alikes that are not edible. In fact, across Michigan, there are at least 50 species of mushrooms that are considered poisonous.

These look-alike mushrooms, which include beefsteak and early morel, contain the toxin gyromitrin, which can cause severe illness. The Poison Control Center reports 11 people have been ...

Consider the elusive morel mushroom. Lucky enough to find one and you’ll be treated to a gourmand’s delight, a sweet, beefy delicacy some compare with caviar or truffles. Pick the wrong one ...

Lots of popular mushrooms — like morels — have dangerous look-alikes — like false morels. Before going on a mushroom hunt, make sure you know how to identify false morels.

Several morel mushroom varieties exist, but caution is advised as some look-alikes are inedible. Morel mushrooms are sprouting in Michigan, and the Department of Natural Resources has released its ...

False morels are known as nonedible look-alike species and should not be eaten. The easiest way to check whether a mushroom is a false morel, is to check if the cap connects to the stalk.

Morel mushrooms are a sought-after delicacy, often found in areas burned by wildfires the previous year. Several morel mushroom varieties exist, but caution is advised as some look-alikes are ...

Several morel mushroom varieties exist, but caution is advised as some look-alikes are inedible. Morel mushrooms are sprouting in Michigan, and the Department of Natural Resources has released its ...

False morels are known as nonedible look-alike species and should not be eaten. The easiest way to check whether a mushroom is a false morel, is to check if the cap connects to the stalk.

Several morel mushroom varieties exist, but caution is advised as some look-alikes are inedible. Morel mushrooms are sprouting in Michigan, and the Department of Natural Resources has released its ...