Melanogaster ambiguus
(Vittad.) Tulasne & C. Tulasne
Black-veined false truffle, Stinking slime truffle
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMelanogaster ambiguus is a species of fungus in the family Paxillaceae, first described by Carlo Vittadini and given its current name by Edmond Tulasne and Charles Tulasne.
Description
A temperate mushroom in the Hymenogastraceae family, this fungus produces truffle-like fruiting bodies.
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Edible Uses
The truffle fungus is eaten.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Australia, China, Europe, Germany,
Synonyms
Octaviania ambigua Vittad.and others
Also Known As
Hanhu heifujun
References (1)
- Hall, I. R., et al, 2003, Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms of the World. Timber Press. p 278
