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