What kind of mushroom is this?

Question

I found what I thought was a mushroom growing in my back yard. It starts out like a white ball in the soil, then it breaks open and orange spongey like stalks grown out, and the inside is clear slimy stuff. But the stalks are all connected, they are not individual. I will try and take a picture tomorrow in the daylight. Does this sound familiar to anyone? I just don't want my kids or my dog to get hold of this if it is poison.

Answer 1

Although some 98% of all mushrooms are not poisonous and only about 1% of the inquiries involve dangerous species, the common appearance of mushrooms in lawns and landscapes after significant rain can pose a potential hazard if eaten, without verification of edibility. Of special concern is the ingestion by inexperienced collectors and likelihood of small children eating mushrooms that occur commonly in yards and natural areas. Wild mushrooms should not be eaten unless a responsible person recognizes them as safe. There is no place for "experimentation". There are no antidotes for poisonous mushrooms.
Mushroom poisoning can vary from a minor upset stomach to a rather painful protracted death, depending upon the species of mushroom eaten, the amount eaten, and the person who has eaten it. Onset of symptoms may be delayed a day or more after ingestion. Some mushrooms are hallucinogenic. Small children, older people (65+), and people with existing medical problems are most vulnerable to one or more of the various toxins produced by poisonous mushrooms.
Don't worry about your dog. He has enough natural good sense not to eat them.

Answer 2

good question...I suggest looking at wild mushrooms in your area of the country there are good sites that have pictures and will be able to help you identify what type it is...

Answer 3

It's kin to the Elephant ears dont eat it, cause nausia.

Answer 4

It would be best to ask your local mycological society.