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Craterellus cinereus

(Pers.) Pers.

Black chanterelle

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Craterellus cinereus, commonly known as the black chanterelle or ashen chanterelle, is a species of fungus in the genus Craterellus. Found in forests in Europe and North America, it is edible.

Description

A temperate mushroom in the Cantharellaceae family, commonly known as the black chanterelle.

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Edible Uses

The mushroom fruiting body is eaten.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Canada, Europe, Germany,

Synonyms

Cantharellus cinereus Pers.

References (1)

  • Kaye, G.C., 1986, Wild and Exotic Mushroom Cultivation in North America

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