death cap

Definition / meaning of death cap

A type of poisonous mushroom that has harmful effects on the kidneys and liver. It is responsible for most fatal cases of mushroom poisoning. Also called Amanita phalloides.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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