Bath truffle is a rare and intriguing fungus usually found hidden underground, often under hardwoods. These mushrooms have a spherical or bumpy shape, with a distinct marbled or veined appearance. Their outer layer is often sticky, with an inner flesh that can be colorful, ranging from reddish-brown to purplish-black. Bath truffle contributes to forest ecology through its symbiotic relationships with trees.
Odor:
Sweetish, nut-like, intensely aromatic.
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Attributes
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Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Bath truffle
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Attributes of Bath truffle
Height
2 - 9 cm
Flesh
Whitish, yellow, orange, brown
Spore Print Color
Not obtainable
Odor
Sweetish, nut-like, intensely aromatic.
Body Color
Brown
Yellow
Red
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Mycorrhizal
Substrate
On soil
You can find Bath truffle by these plants:
Lindens
Occurence Habitats
Disturbed Lands
Species Status
Quite common
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Bath truffle
Bath truffle tend to thrive in areas with hardwood presence, often in places with ground disturbance such as roadsides, gardens, and urban areas.
