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Small Chanterelle (Cantharellus minor) — mushroom identification photo

Small Chanterelle

Cantharellus minor

✓ Edible
Always verify identification with multiple features before consuming
Cap color
Bright yellow
Cap size
1-4cm
Gill color
Yellow forking false gills
Gill attachment
Decurrent
Stem
Yellow, tapering
Texture
Firm
Habitat
Under hardwoods and mixed forest
Fruiting season
Summer-Fall
Peak season
Summer-Fall

Key Identification Features

Preparation Notes

Clean gently. Same use as golden chanterelle — sauté or add to eggs and pasta.

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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