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Texas Chanterelle (Cantharellus texensis) — mushroom identification photo

Texas Chanterelle

Cantharellus texensis

✓ Edible
Always verify identification with multiple features before consuming
Cap color
Bright yellow-orange
Cap size
3-8cm
Gill color
Yellow forking false gills
Gill attachment
Decurrent
Stem
Yellow-orange, solid
Texture
Firm
Habitat
Under live oaks in Texas and Gulf Coast
Fruiting season
Summer-Fall
Peak season
Summer-Fall

Key Identification Features

Preparation Notes

Same as golden chanterelle. Sauté or use fresh. An important regional edible in Texas and Southeast.

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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