Mushroom Identifier

Free Mushroom Identifier Tool - Recognize Any Mushroom Instantly

Mushroom identification form

How to use Mushroom Identifier

  1. 1

    Upload or take mushroom photos

    Click Upload Images to add up to 8 photos, or use the Camera option to take new ones. Capture multiple angles (cap, gills/pores, stem, habitat).

  2. 2

    Set when you found it

    Update the Date Found field (pre-filled with today) to the day you discovered the mushroom. Seasonality matters because many species fruit only at certain times.

  3. 3

    Add optional location context

    Provide a short location such as City, State, Country, or the park/trail name. Leave it blank if unsure.

  4. 4

    Start the analysis

    Press "Identify Mushroom" to send the images for processing. A loading bar will appear while your photos are analyzed.

  5. 5

    Review results & restart

    Your identification results will appear on the page. Tap "New Identification" to clear and start again.

How to Get the Best Mushroom ID Results

Use this photo checklist to get accurate mushroom identification from your uploads.

Top-down photo of a mushroom cap showing color, texture, and wartsChecklist complete

Cap (Top View)

Shoot straight down to show cap color, texture, and any scales or warts.

Close-up of mushroom underside showing gills attached to the stemChecklist complete

Gills (Underside)

Photograph the underside to show gill attachment or pore/teeth structure.

Side view of a mushroom showing the cap curve and stem connectionChecklist complete

Side Profile

Capture the cap shape and how it meets or attaches to the stem.

Photo of a mushroom stem and bulbous base partially in soilChecklist complete

Stem & Base

Include the full stem and base to reveal sacs, rings, or rooting structures.

Mushroom growing among leaves and wood showing habitat contextChecklist complete

Habitat

Show the environment: substrate (soil, moss, wood), nearby plants, and growth pattern.

Mushroom cut lengthwise showing interior flesh and stem structureChecklist complete

Cross-Section

Optional

Slice in half to show flesh color, hollow vs. solid stem, and hidden veils.

White and dark paper with visible mushroom spore printChecklist complete

Spore Print

Optional

Place cap gills-down on white and dark paper for a few hours; photograph the print.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a mushroom identifier?

A mushroom identifier is a tool that analyzes photos and traits to suggest likely mushroom species with details like edibility, habitat, and lookalikes.

Can a mushroom identifier determine edibility?

It can flag edibility status and toxic lookalikes, but it cannot guarantee safety. Never consume based on a single source.

How to get the best mushroom ID results?

Upload clear photos of the cap top, underside, side profile, full stem and base, plus habitat context; consider a cross-section and spore print for challenging IDs.

How accurate is the mushroom identifier?

Accuracy depends on photo quality, species, region, and season. Expect higher accuracy for common species and clear images.

Is the app a replacement for an expert?

No. It is a decision-support tool that should be paired with reputable field guides and expert confirmation.