chanterelle
Sign in to savethumb|One of several species called "chanterelle", Cantharellus cibarius thumb|Chanterelles on sale in San Francisco Chanterelle is the common name of several species of agaricomycetous fungi in the genera Cantharellus, Craterellus, Gomphus and Polyozellus. These fungi are orange, yellow or white, meaty and funnel-shaped. On the lower surface, most species have rounded, forked folds that run almost all the way down the stipe, which tapers down from the cap. Many species emit a fruity aroma and often have a mildly peppery taste.
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- Named after
- Cantharus
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- Chanterelle
- described by source
- Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition
- smells of
- apricot
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- Etymology
- Taxonomy
- Species
- Description
- Similar species
- Distribution and habitat
- Uses
- Nutrition
- Culinary
- In culture
- Notes
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thumb|One of several species called "chanterelle", Cantharellus cibarius thumb|Chanterelles on sale in San Francisco Chanterelle is the common name of several species of agaricomycetous fungi in the genera Cantharellus, Craterellus, Gomphus and Polyozellus. These fungi are orange, yellow or white, meaty and funnel-shaped. On the lower surface, most species have rounded, forked folds that run almost all the way down the stipe, which tapers down from the cap. Many species emit a fruity aroma and often have a mildly peppery taste.
Chanterelles are found in Eurasia, North America and Africa, typically growing in forested areas. They initially gained popularity as an edible mushroom in the 18th century via their inclusion in French cuisine.
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