Hygrophorus penarius
Fr.
Fawn wax cap
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Summary
Source: WikipediaHygrophorus penarius is a species of fungus belonging to the family Hygrophoraceae. It is native to Europe, Northern America, and Japan.
Description
A temperate to tropical wax cap mushroom in the Hygrophoraceae family, commonly known as the Fawn wax cap.
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Edible Uses
The mushroom fruiting body is edible.
Distribution
It is a temperate to tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Italy, Mediterranean,
References (4)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
- Cherubini, A. & Landi, S., Andar per Funghi, Edizioni DieRre, p 67
- Cocchi, L. et al, 2006, Heavy metals in edible mushrooms in Italy. Food Chemistry 98: 277-284
- Kaufmann, B. et al, 1999, The Great Encyclopedia of Mushrooms. Konemann. p 67
