Agaricus procerus
by Timothy F. Allen — The Encyclopedia of Pure Materia Medica
Historical reference for practitioners and students. The statements below reflect the named author’s homeopathic teaching and do not establish treatment effectiveness. This text is not medical advice and must not replace appropriate diagnosis or care.
A. procerus, Scop. (Parasol mushroom.) Found in England, common in pasture (also in Pennsylvania). Stem, 8-12 inches high.
Esculent.
Authority.
Poisoning cases.
- Furious delirium, with frantic cries and vehement resistance to remedies, followed by a state like delirium tremens.
- Insensibility.
- Giddiness and staggering, as if intoxicated.
- Pupils contracted; dilating as sensibility returns.
- Occasional convulsive spasms.
- Debility.
- Drowsiness.