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Carolina false morel
Gyromitra caroliniana

Family: Helvellaceae


What it is like

A mushroom. Caution. Be careful not to confuse it with the poisonous Helvella californica.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA


How it is used for food

Most Helvella should never be eaten raw.

Edible parts

Mushroom, fungus, caution


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Morchella caroliniana Bosc.; Helvella caroliniana (Bosc) Nees; and others