Source-reviewed species profile
Parasol mushroom Macrolepiota procera
Very large scaled cap, movable double ring and a snakeskin-patterned stem. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Where can I find parasol mushroom?
Open woodland, pasture, woodland edges and grassland.
In Mycoverse you can select Parasol mushroom and compare candidate search areas using a species-specific assessment of rainfall, estimated soil moisture, temperature, forest type, tree signals, canopy cover, terrain and season. Where source coverage is available, the assessment also uses historical species observations. Historical observations are historical data, not recent finds.
Images, text and app suggestions cannot confirm a species or food safety.
Field features
- Very large scaled cap, movable double ring and a snakeskin-patterned stem.
Habitat and search guidance
Open woodland, pasture, woodland edges and grassland.
Months
August–November
Species requiring extra care
Compare the complete mushroom, habitat and season. These cards support learning; they do not identify a finding.
Safety status
Included with a food status in the Norwegian 2026 Norm List. This learning profile never confirms a finding or that it is safe to eat. Use qualified local expertise.
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: 25 August 2026.