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Russula madagassensis

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Russulaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus 5 iNaturalist observations

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Description

A warm temperate mushroom in the Russulaceae family.

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Edible Uses

The mushroom fruiting body is eaten.

Distribution

It is a warm temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Africa, East Africa, Madagascar,

References (3)

  • Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
  • Buyck, B., 2008, The Edible Mushrooms of Madagascar: An Evolving Enigma. Economic Botany 62(3) pp. 509-520 (As madecassense)
  • Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 115

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