Anise Cap, Aniseed toadstool, Aniseed mushroom
Clitocybe odora
Family: Tricholomataceae
What it is like
A mushroom.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Balkans, Britain, Bulgaria, China, Europe, Hungary, Iraq, Italy, Mediterranean, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Russia, Sicily
How it is used for food
It is eaten in soups and other dishes. It gives a flavour of aniseed.
Edible parts
Fungus, mushroom
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Anise-scented clitocybe, Xiangbeisan