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Kevin Hoover

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Probably one of Chlorophyllum rhacodes, C. brunneum, or C. olivieri. These are the NA species of white-spored "Shaggy Parasols". As suggested, a slice through the stem base often --but not always-- causes the flesh to stain orangish or pinkish. The best way to assess the ID here is to get  spore print. The green-spored parasol (C. molybdites) is toxic. 

Caps of white-spores Chlorophyllum mushrooms are considered to be edible. Stems are kinda tough/fibrous. But, some people are apparently allergic to Shaggy Parasols. There are a few reports of bad reactions, even for the white-spored varieties. Similar-looking Lepiota mushrooms are much smaller and more fragile than Chlorophyllum. Some of these white-spored species (Lepiota) are toxic, a few dangerously so. Old field guides list the large parasols as species of Lepiota. 

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The caps are a decent edible. Not sure I'd eat the stalks, they're kinda fibrous. Also, apparently some folks are allergic to something in at least of one the Shaggy Parasol species. There are a few reports of bad reactions to consuming them. I suggest caution... small amount at first. 

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I only discard the stalks when the caps are fully opened; at that stage the caps are most suitable for drying (they make a tasty mushroom powder).  The stalks of the younger specimens are fine when sauteed.

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