Panther Cap
Amanita pantherina
Poisonous
How to identify it
Cap
Brown cap with white veil remnants.
Underside
White, free gills.
Stem
White stem with a ring and bulbous base bearing veil remnants.
Smell
Mild.
Occurrence and habitat
Deciduous and coniferous woodland.
Preparation
Must not be eaten. Not an edible mushroom.
Recipe suggestions
No preparation or recipe – must not be used as food.
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⚠ Important safety information
Must not be eaten. The species is listed among poisonous mushrooms by Svampguiden. In suspected poisoning, contact the Swedish Poisons Information Centre.
Must not be eaten. The species is listed among poisonous mushrooms by Svampguiden. In suspected poisoning, contact the Swedish Poisons Information Centre.
Facts and sources
Sources
SLU Artdatabanken/Artfakta; Svampguiden; Giftinformationscentralen
SLU Artdatabanken/Artfakta; Svampguiden; Giftinformationscentralen
Checked basic text – 2026-09