Source-reviewed species profile
Destroying angel Amanita virosa
Entirely white mushroom with free gills, a ring and a sack-like 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
- Entirely white mushroom with free gills, a ring and a sack-like volva at the base.
Habitat and search guidance
Moist woodland, especially with spruce or birch.
Season
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.