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Termitomyces entolomoides

R. Heim

Lyophyllaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus

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Description

A mushroom in the Lyophyllaceae family that grows on termite mounds.

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Edible Uses

The mushroom fruiting body is edible.

Distribution

It grows on termite mounds.

Where It Grows

Africa, Asia, Central Africa, Congo, Malaysia, SE Asia,

Notes

Also put in the family Agaricaceae.

References (1)

  • Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17

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