Initially white the Glistening Ink Cap turns brown when it matures just before turning into a black get as they dissolve or deliquesce.
Initially white the Glistening Ink Cap turns brown when it matures just before turning into a black get as they dissolve or delequesce. They are considered to be edible in their early stages but must be cooked and can be confused with other small brown mushrooms that are poisonous
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Location: Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
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