Common brain fungus, White helvella
Helvella crispa

Family: Helvellaceae

What it is like

A mushroom.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Balkans, Bulgaria, Central America, Europe, Guatemala, Himalayas, India, Italy, Mediterranean, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Russia, Sicily, Turkey, Türkiye

How it is used for food

Most Helvella should never be eaten raw. The fruiting body is fried with oil and fresh cheese.

It is sold in local markets.

Edible parts

Mushroom, fungus

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Cerillo, Gachupin blanco, Kaanpureuu, Orejita blanca, White morsel

Synonyms

See Elvela