Source-reviewed species profile
Death cap Amanita phalloides
Olive-green to yellow-green cap, white gills, ring and a clear volva at the base. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Learning content – not identification
Images, text and app suggestions cannot confirm a species or food safety.
Field features
- Olive-green to yellow-green cap, white gills, ring and a clear volva at the base.
Habitat and search guidance
Warm deciduous woodland and parks, especially with oak, beech or hazel.
Season
Late summer and autumn.
Safety status
Deadly poisonous species. Never treat an image or app assessment as confirmation. Use qualified expertise.
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: 25 August 2026.