Tuber sp

Description

A fungus in the family Eutuberaceae, truffles are mushrooms found in temperate regions around the world.

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Edible Uses

The mushroom fruiting body is eaten.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

References (1)

• Low, T., 1992, Bush Tucker. Australia’s Wild Food Harvest. Angus & Robertson. p 168

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