Clitocybe catinus
(Fr.) Quel.
Tricholomataceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus
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Description
A temperate mushroom of the family Tricholomataceae.
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Edible Uses
It is edible when young, but said to be of mediocre quality. It can be fried or used in risottos or soups etc. The stems are tough and may be discarded. The species resembles some which are poisonous. An extract of I. gibba exhibits inhibitory activity on thrombin.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, Slovenia,
Synonyms
Agaricus catinus Fr.and others
References (1)
- Cerne, M., 1992, Wild Plants from Slovenia used as Vegetables. Acta Horticulturae 318
