Violet Chanterelle, Pig's ears, Short stalked chantarelle
Gomphus clavatus
Family: Gomphaceae
What it is like
A mushroom.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Alaska, Asia, Balkans, Bulgaria, China, Europe, Hong Kong, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Russia, USA
How it is used for food
The fruiting bodies are eaten, when young. It has a firm texture which it retains during the cooking. It can be added to casseroles.
Edible parts
Mushroom, fungus
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Tuoluojun
Synonyms
Nevrophyllum clavatum; Gomphus, Cantharellus clavatus