Mitrophora semilibera
(DC. :Fr.) Lev.
Miniature morel
Morchellaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus
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Description
A temperate mushroom in the family Morchellaceae with a small, honeycomb-pitted fruiting body.
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Edible Uses
The species is edible, but is fragile and not very flavorful.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Mediterranean,
Synonyms
Mitrophora hybrida Sow. : Pers.Morchella rimosipes DC.Morchella semilibera DC.Morchella hybrida Sow.: Pers.
References (3)
- Bianchini, F., Corbetta, F., and Pistoia, M., 1975, Fruits of the Earth. Cassell. p 118
- Kaufmann, B. et al, 1999, The Great Encyclopedia of Mushrooms. Konemann. p 226
- www.plantnames.unimelb.edu.au
