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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

Synonyms