Strobilomyces strobilaceus
(Scop.) Berk.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaStrobilomyces strobilaceus, also called Strobilomyces floccopus and commonly known as old man of the woods, is a species of fungus in the family Boletaceae. The fruit bodies are characterized by soft, dark scales on the cap surface. The species is native to Eurasia and North America.
Description
A mushroom.
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Edible Uses
Young specimens are edible, with a choice flavour.
Traditional Uses
It can be eaten while unripe.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Europe, Hong Kong, Mexico, North America,
Synonyms
References (4)
- Alonso-Aguilar, L. E., et al, 2014, The cultural significance of wild mushrooms in San Mateo Huexoyucan, Tlaxcala, Mexico. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine, 10:27
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
- Li, H., et al, 2020, Reviewing the world’s edible mushroom species: A new evidence-based classification system. Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf. 2021;20:1982–2014.
- Pace, G., 1998, Mushrooms of the world. Firefly books. p 200 (As Boletus strobilaceus)
