Velvet chanterelle is a distinctive fungus known for its unique velvety cap and pleated undersides, which resemble gills but are more vein-like. It flourishes in deciduous and coniferous forests, often forming symbiotic relationships with trees. Typically, velvet chanterelle has a rich color palette ranging from deep yellows to oranges, adding to its visual allure in the woodland landscapes.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 4 cm
Odor:
Noticeably fruity aroma.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Velvet chanterelle
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Attributes of Velvet chanterelle
Cap Diameter
2 - 4 cm
Cap
Cap 2 - 4 cm wide; thin, irregular in shape; deep yellow to reddish orange; with gibbous surface; mostly wavy margin
Cap Shape
Depressed
Cap Surfaces
Velvety
Gills
Decurrent; paler than cap-colored
Stem
Stem 1-3 x 0.2-0.8 cm; cap-colored
Flesh
Soft; orange to whitish
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Yellow
Odor
Noticeably fruity aroma.
Body Color
Yellow
Red
Orange
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.