Cantharellus miniatescens
Family: Cantharellaceae
What it is like
A mushroom.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in Miombo woodland. It can grow on termite mounds.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR, East Africa, Southern Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
How it is used for food
It is common and frequently eaten in Zambia.
Edible parts
Mushroom, fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Bwitondwe, Lutondo, Mutondobowa