Cantharellus appalachiensis R.H.Petersen is a fungus in the Hydnaceae family, order Cantharellales, kingdom Fungi. Not known to be toxic.

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Cantharellus appalachiensis R.H.Petersen

Cantharellus appalachiensis R.H.Petersen

Cantharellus appalachiensis is an edible chanterelle fungus native to eastern North America's hardwood forests.

Family
Genus
Cantharellus
Order
Cantharellales
Class
Agaricomycetes

About Cantharellus appalachiensis R.H.Petersen

Cantharellus appalachiensis R.H.Petersen is a fungus belonging to the genus Cantharellus, a group that also includes other well-known edible chanterelle species. This species is native to eastern North America. Its cap color ranges from brown to yellow, and mature individuals often develop a distinct brown spot at the center of the cap. Cantharellus appalachiensis forms mycorrhizal relationships, and grows in hardwood forests. Its scientific name is derived from the Appalachian Mountains.

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Taxonomy

Fungi Basidiomycota Agaricomycetes Cantharellales Hydnaceae Cantharellus

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