Snowball Agaricus
Agaricus arvensis
Edible
★★★★☆
Taste rating: 4 out of 5
How to identify it
Cap
White cap that turns yellow when pressed in many specimens.
Underside
Pink gills that become dark brown.
Stem
White stem with a ring.
Smell
Anise-like smell.
Occurrence and habitat
Grasslands, meadows and pastures.
Preparation
Cook thoroughly and identify carefully against poisonous Agaricus species. Suitable grilled, fried or in gratins.
Recipe suggestions
Grill the caps and fill with cream cheese, garlic and parsley.
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⚠ Important safety information
Eat only mushrooms that you or a knowledgeable person have identified with certainty. Never eat a wild mushroom if there is any doubt.
Eat only mushrooms that you or a knowledgeable person have identified with certainty. Never eat a wild mushroom if there is any doubt.
Facts and sources
Sources
SLU Artdatabanken/Artfakta; Svampguiden; Giftinformationscentralen
SLU Artdatabanken/Artfakta; Svampguiden; Giftinformationscentralen
Checked basic text – 2026-09