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