King Agaricus
Agaricus augustus
Edible
★★★★★
Taste rating: 5 out of 5
How to identify it
Cap
Large brown-scaled cap.
Underside
Pink to chocolate-brown gills.
Stem
Stout stem with ring and scales.
Smell
Mild to almond/anise-like.
Occurrence and habitat
Deciduous woodland, parks and nutrient-rich ground.
Preparation
Cook thoroughly and use young specimens. Suitable for grilling, gratins and pasta.
Recipe suggestions
Grill thick slices with oil, garlic and herbs. Serve with salad.
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⚠ Important safety information
Eat only mushrooms that you or a knowledgeable person have identified with certainty. Never eat an edible mushroom if there is any uncertainty.
Eat only mushrooms that you or a knowledgeable person have identified with certainty. Never eat an edible mushroom if there is any uncertainty.
Facts and sources
Sources
SLU Artdatabanken/Artfakta; Svampguiden; Giftinformationscentralen
SLU Artdatabanken/Artfakta; Svampguiden; Giftinformationscentralen
Checked basic text – 2026-09