Elfin saddle, Black helvella, Elfin sandle
Helvella lacunosa
Family: Helvellaceae
What it is like
A mushroom.
Where it is found
It grows in temperate and subtropical places. California.
Countries/locations it is found in
Alaska, Asia, Balkans, Bulgaria, Central America, China, Costa Rica, Europe, Guatemala, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Turkey, Türkiye, USA
How it is used for food
It needs to be well cooked before eating.
It is sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Mushroom, fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Chicharron, Gachupin, Lingbing maanjun, Oreja, Orejita