Lactarius pumilus
Family: Russulaceae
What it is like
A mushroom. It is small with a cap 1-3.5 cm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Benin, East Africa, Tanzania, West Africa
How it is used for food
It is dried before cooking.
Edible parts
Mushroom, fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Unyakuvemba, Wikese