Agaricus lilaceps
Zeller
AgaricaceaeMushrooms
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What to Eat
Edible parts: Mushroom, Fungus
It is among the largest and most choice edible Agaricus species in California. It may require thorough cooking to tenderize.
Where to Find It
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. California.
North America, USA,
Countries: Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Bahamas, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Haiti, Jamaica, St Kitts & Nevis, St Lucia, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Trinidad & Tobago, United States, St Vincent
How to Identify
A mushroom.
Wikipedia
Source ↗Agaricus lilaceps, also known as the cypress agaricus or the giant cypress agaricus is a species of fungus. Aside from size, the mushroom is characterized by its robust stature. It is a prized edible.
References (2)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
- http://www.mykoweb.com/CAF/edible.html
