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Omphalotus olearius, commonly known as the jack-o`-lantern mushroom, is a poisonous orange mushroom that to an untrained eye appears similar to some chanterelles. Unlike chanterelles, Omphalotus olearius and other Omphalotus species contain the toxin illudin S, and are poisonous to humans. While not lethal, consuming this mushroom leads to very severe cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea. Omphalotus olearius or orange jack-o`-lantern mushroom gills, toxic mushroom.