Termitomyces globulus
Family: Lyophyllaceae
What it is like
A mushroom.
Also put in the family Agaricaceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows on termite mounds.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, Cameroon, Central Africa, Congo, Indochina, Nigeria, SE Asia, Thailand, West Africa
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fungus, mushroom
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Hed prouk, Mfumu, Ngumbe