Termitomyces titanicus
Family: Lyophyllaceae
What it is like
A mushroom.
Also put in the family Agaricaceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It is eaten amongst the Chewa people in Zambia. It grows on termite mounds.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Burundi, Cameroon, Central Africa, Congo, East Africa, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe
How it is used for food
It is sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Mushroom, fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Nguvu, Unguvu, Wunguvu