Common ink cap
Coprinus atramentarius
Family: Coprinaceae
What it is like
A mushroom.
Where it is found
It is eaten among the Dani of Papua Indonesia.
Countries/locations it is found in
Alaska, Asia, Australia, Chile, China, India, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, New Zealand, North America, Papua, Russia, SE Asia, South Africa, Southern Africa, South America, Turkey, Türkiye, USA
How it is used for food
CAUTION: It causes severe allergic reactions if eaten at the same time as alcohol. It can be eaten as long as it is young and eaten fresh and alcohol is not consumed at the same time.
Edible parts
Fungus, mushroom
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ink coprinus, Inky cap, Mozhi guisan, Supa taropong