Terfezia pfeilii
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Terfeziaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus, Truffle
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Terfezia pfeilii is a truffle fungus in the family Terfeziaceae, found in subtropical regions of the Kalahari. It is a popular food source.
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Edible Uses
The mushroom fruiting body (truffle) is eaten.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. It grows i the Kalahari.
Where It Grows
Africa, Asia, Botswana, China, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa,
Other Information
It is a popular food.
Nutrition
| Part | Moisture | kJ | kcal | Protein | Vit A | Vit C | Iron | Zinc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mushroom | 80.1 | 338 | 81 | 4.1 | — | 2.1 | 4.6 | 0.6 |
Also Known As
Nanfi digu
References (4)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
- Fox, F. W. & Young, M. E. N., 1982, Food from the Veld. Delta Books. p 233
- Hall, I. R., et al, 2003, Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms of the World. Timber Press. p 313
- Wehmeyer, A. S, 1986, Edible Wild Plants of Southern Africa. Data on the Nutrient Contents of over 300 species
