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Lactarius luteopus

Family: Russulaceae


What it is like

A mushroom. The mushroom body is bright yellow.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in Miombo woodland.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Benin, East Africa, Malawi, Tanzania, West Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe


How it is used for food

Sometimes it is part boiled and then dried before use.

Edible parts

Mushroom, fungus


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Hajuli, Lai, Unguyuu, Wunyamalagata

Synonyms