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Photograph the Mushroom
Take a photo in the field or pick one from your gallery. Show the cap, the gills or pores underneath, and the base of the stem.
Mushroom Identifier by Photo
Identify Mushrooms From a Photo
Snap a mushroom and see the most likely species in seconds, with toxicity warnings and the dangerous look-alikes to rule out before you trust any result.
- Identify any mushroom from a single photo
- Toxic and deadly species flagged front and center
- See which look-alikes to rule out and what to check next
For education only. Never eat a wild mushroom based on an app. If someone may have eaten a poisonous mushroom, call poison control or emergency services now.
How It Works
Take a photo, check the result, and learn what to rule out
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See the Likely Species
Shroomly shows the most likely match with a confidence level and explains what it was based on: cap, gills, stem, ring, and bruising.
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Rule Out Look-alikes
Review toxicity warnings and the species it could be confused with, then confirm anything important with a local expert.
Safety First
Toxicity warnings and look-alikes, never hidden
Some deadly mushrooms look almost exactly like popular edible ones. Shroomly puts the risk first: toxic and deadly species are flagged at the top of every result, with the look-alikes you need to rule out and the features to check next.
- Clear toxic and deadly badges on every result
- Look-alike comparisons and what separates them
- One tap to see what to do if you suspect poisoning
Species
Mushrooms people photograph most
Shroomly identifies mushrooms from around the world. These are some of the ones people ask about most, including the deadly species everyone should know.
Deadly
Death cap
Amanita phalloides
Behind most fatal mushroom poisonings worldwide. Look for white gills, a ring, and a cup at the base.
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Toxic
Fly agaric
Amanita muscaria
The red mushroom with white spots. Poisonous, and a common danger for dogs.
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Has toxic look-alikes
Chanterelle
Cantharellus cibarius
Prized by foragers and often confused with the toxic jack-o'-lantern.
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Deadly
False morel
Gyromitra esculenta
Brain-like cap and chambered inside. Contains a toxin that can damage the liver.
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Toxic
Green-spored parasol
Chlorophyllum molybdites
A large lawn mushroom and one of the most common causes of poisoning in North America.
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Has toxic look-alikes
Porcini
Boletus edulis
A classic bolete with pores instead of gills. Some bitter and toxic boletes look similar.
Read the guideMore Than a Scan
A safety guide, a field notebook, and an expert to ask
Free Safety Guide
Browse more than 140 poisonous and deadly species with symptoms, onset times, how each toxin works, and what to do if you suspect poisoning.
Field Notebook
Save every find with its photo and date, organize them into folders, and search or filter your collection later.
Ask the AI Expert
Ask follow-up questions about any identification, like where it grows or what separates it from a look-alike, in plain language.
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Get Shroomly on the App Store
Free to download on iPhone. Shroomly Pro unlocks unlimited identifications, full look-alike comparisons, the field notebook, and the AI expert.
Apple App Store
Shroomly for iPhone: identify mushrooms from any photo.
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Shroomly for Android is coming soon.
From the Blog
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Read PostFAQ
Answers to common mushroom identifier questions
Can I identify a mushroom from a photo?
Yes. Open Shroomly, take a photo or pick one from your gallery, and the app shows the most likely species in seconds with a confidence level, toxicity warnings, and the look-alikes worth ruling out. Clear photos of the cap, the gills or pores underneath, and the base of the stem give the best results.
Can Shroomly tell me if a mushroom is safe to eat?
No app can, and Shroomly does not try to. Some deadly mushrooms look almost identical to popular edible ones, and the features that separate them are not always visible in a photo. Use Shroomly to learn and to stay safe, and never eat a wild mushroom unless a qualified expert has examined the actual specimen.
How do I know if a mushroom is poisonous?
There is no single trait or folk test that works. Colour, smell, taste, peeling caps, silver spoons, and whether animals eat it are all unreliable. Identification means checking several features together, including the gills, spore print, stem ring, and the sac-like volva at the base of many deadly Amanitas. Shroomly flags toxic species front and center and points out dangerous look-alikes.
What should I do if someone ate a wild mushroom?
Call poison control or your local emergency number immediately, even if there are no symptoms yet. Some of the deadliest mushrooms cause no symptoms for six hours or more. Keep a sample or photos of the mushroom to help with identification. For pets, call your vet or an animal poison line right away.
Is Shroomly free?
Shroomly is free to download from the App Store. Shroomly Pro unlocks unlimited identifications, full detailed results with look-alike comparisons, the field notebook with folders, and the AI mushroom expert.
Is Shroomly available on Android?
Shroomly is available on iPhone today and an Android version is coming soon to Google Play.
What makes a good photo for mushroom identification?
Take several photos: the top of the cap, the underside showing gills or pores, the full stem down to the base (loosen the soil gently so any cup or bulb is visible), and the surroundings, including whether it grows on wood or soil and which trees are nearby.
Shroomly is an educational aid. Wild mushrooms can be deadly and no identification is ever 100% accurate. Never eat, handle, or rely on a wild mushroom based on this app alone; always confirm with a qualified mycologist or local expert.