Do Chanterelle Mushrooms Get You High?

While chanterelles do have a certain “magic” to them, they are not hallucinogenic. The main difference is the smell, but sometimes smell can be deceiving. False chanterelles smell like any grocery store mushroom, while true chanterelles smell fruity.

Are chanterelles hallucinogenic?

Although some people eat false chanterelle without ill effects, others are mildly sickened. There are also unconfirmed reports of hallucinations in people who ate this mushroom[vi]. While the false chanterelle can't be definitively said to be poisonous, it's not recommended, and reportedly tastes terrible anyway.

What happens if you eat false chanterelles?

Although some say this mushroom is edible, it reportedly is far too bitter to taste good. The picture on the left shows a few false chanterelles. There are claims that this mushroom is outright poisonous, giving them upset stomachs and digestive problems. Thus it's best to avoid the false chanterelle altogether.