Key Identification Features
- Thin hollow trumpet/vase-shaped fruiting body
- dark gray to black
- smooth or finely wrinkled outer surface — no true gills
- grows in clusters in leaf litter of hardwood forests especially beech and oak
- strong smoky earthy aroma when dried
Preparation Notes
Excellent dried or fresh. Intense smoky flavor. Clean thoroughly — dirt hides in the hollow. No dangerous lookalikes in North America.
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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