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Smooth chanterelle
Cantharellus lateritius

Family: Cantharellaceae


What it is like

A mushroom. The fruiting bodies are yellow to orange. They are 2-9 cm across.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Asia, Guatemala, North America


How it is used for food

It is sold in markets in Guatemala.

Edible parts

Mushroom, fungus


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Craterellus cantharellus (Schw.) Fr.; Craterellus lateritius Berk.; Thelephora cantharella Schw.; Trombetta lateritia (Berk.) Kuntze;