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False Chanterelle (Hygrophoropsis aurantiaca) — mushroom identification photo

False Chanterelle

Hygrophoropsis aurantiaca

⚠ Mildly Toxic
Monitor symptoms; call Poison Control if they persist: 1-800-222-1222
Cap color
Bright orange
Cap size
2-8cm
Gill color
Orange, true forking gills
Gill attachment
Decurrent
Stem
Orange, hollow
Texture
Soft and orange
Habitat
In and around conifer forests
Fruiting season
Summer-Fall
Peak season
Summer-Fall

Key Identification Features

Inedible: This species is not considered edible. It may be unpalatable, too tough, or otherwise unsuitable for consumption — but it is not known to be dangerously toxic. Do not eat it.

Regions Found

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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