Pinatra
Cyttaria berteroi
Family: Cyttariaceae
What it is like
A mushroom. It grows about 6 cm high. It grows attached to trees.
Where it is found
It grows on Nothofagus glauca. In Chile it grows from sea level to 2,000 m above sea level. It suits humid areas. It can tolerate some shade. It suits hardiness zone 8. It can tolerate some snow.
Countries/locations it is found in
Chile, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fungus, mushroom
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Caracucha