Identify carefully
What should you do if you are unsure about a mushroom?
MycoWiki answer
What should you do if you are unsure about a mushroom?
If identification remains uncertain, do not eat the mushroom and keep it separate from the rest of the collection. Have complete specimens inspected by a VAPKO service before any meal. If ingestion has already occurred or poisoning is suspected in Switzerland, call Tox Info Suisse immediately on 145 and follow its instructions. Call 144 for loss of consciousness, breathing difficulty, seizures or another life-threatening emergency. Do not induce vomiting. Keep meal leftovers, uncooked mushrooms, cleaning waste and available photographs so professionals can examine the evidence. Do not wait for symptoms to appear and do not wait for an answer from an application, forum or social network.
Sources reviewed on 30 August 2026
