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Edible Mushrooms? #946285

Asked October 01, 2026, 2:33 PM EDT

Hello, I want to confirm that the mushrooms in the photos are Slippery Jacks
Sticky Bun 1.pdfSticky Bun 2.pdfSticky Bun 3.pdf

Washington County Maryland

Expert Response

We are not able to ID mushrooms to species with certainty from photos, and mushroom ID can require chemical testing, microscopic examination of the spores, and bruising (to note color changes, for example) to determine the genus and species. Extension does not comment on edibility for any mushroom; it's too much of a safety risk since several fungal species can look too similar to inedible/toxic types. The North American Mycological Association or a local foraging group with lots of experience in mushroom identification may have resources to help you ID them.

Miri
Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied October 01, 2026, 4:19 PM EDT

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