Key Identification Features
- Egg-yolk to golden-orange color
- forked false gills (blunt ridges that fork and run down stem) NOT true blade gills
- fruity apricot aroma
- white to pale yellow flesh
- grows on ground in hardwood or mixed forest
Preparation Notes
Excellent sautéed in butter. Brush clean — do not wash. The forked false gills are the critical safety feature distinguishing it from toxic lookalikes.
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
Safety disclaimer: This page is for educational purposes only. Never eat a wild mushroom based solely on online information. Always verify identification using multiple reliable field guides and, when possible, consult an experienced forager or mycologist. When in doubt, don't eat it. Spore & Scout accepts no responsibility for identification errors or adverse reactions.