While generally considered safe, it is important to ensure correct identification as some lookalikes can be toxic. Always consult a local expert before foraging.
Clitocybe odora is a medium-sized mushroom with a distinctive sweet anise-like odor. It features a convex to flat cap that is pale yellow to white, with a smooth surface and decurrent gills that are closely spaced.
Field marks recorded for this species. Work through all of them, not just one:
| Family | Tricholomataceae |
|---|---|
| Genus | Clitocybe |
| Edibility | Edible* |
| Toxicity | none |
| Season | Aug-Oct |
| Habitat | Typically found in grassy areas, woodlands, and near decaying organic matter. |
| Region | Widely distributed across North America and Europe. |
Habitat: Typically found in grassy areas, woodlands, and near decaying organic matter.
Region: Widely distributed across North America and Europe.
Fruits from late summer to early fall.
Typical months: Aug-Oct
Always verify identification to avoid these similar species. The differentiator is the point — learn the one or two tells that separate them:
has a more pronounced wavy cap and is toxic
has a more pronounced white color and is toxic
has a milky latex when cut and a different flavor profile
Pin the patch before you leave it. Coordinates, photos, and field notes stay on your device — and the offline lookalike guide travels with you into the deep woods.
Download Mushroom TrackerDisclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes only. Never consume a wild mushroom unless you are 100% certain of its identification.