Craterellus cornucopioides
(Linn. ex Fr.) Persoon
Horn of Plenty, Trumpet of the dead, Black chanterelle
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What to Eat
Edible parts: Fungus, Mushroom, Vegetable
Despite their unpalatable appearance, horns of plenty are edible and choice. According to a Portuguese study, 100 grams of dried C. cornucopioides contain 69.45 g of protein, 13.44 g of carbohydrates (mostly mannitol, a sugar alcohol) and 4.88 g of fat, amounting to 378 calories. They contain fatty acids, primarily of the polyunsaturated variety, as well as phenols, flavonoids and 87 mg of vitamin C. Along with Cantharellus cibarius (golden chanterelles) they are also a significant source of biologically active vitamin B12, containing 1.09–2.65 μg/100 g dry weight. When dried, C. cornucopioides acquires black truffle notes; in this form it can be crumbled as a condiment.
Where to Find It
A tropical plant. It grows in cool humid parts of conifer and broadleaf forests. In Australian rainforests it grows with Nothofagus sp. It suits humid locations. It can grow in Miombo woodland.
Africa, Asia, Australia, Balkans, Benin, Britain, Bulgaria, Canada, Central Africa, Central America, China, Congo DR, Costa Rica, Europe, Finland, France, Himalayas, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Italy, Malaysia, Mediterranean, Mexico, Nepal, Nigeria, North America, Russia, Scandinavia, SE Asia, Sicily, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Türkiye, West Africa,
How to Identify
A mushroom. The fruiting bodies are funnel shaped. It is black in colour.
Wikipedia
Source ↗Craterellus cornucopioides is a species of fungus commonly known as the horn of plenty, black chanterelle, black trumpet, or trumpet of the dead. It forms a funnel-shaped grayish mushroom, which is found in Eurasia, North America, and Australia. It is edible.
Other Information
It is sold in local markets in Nepal.
Names & Synonyms
Labajun, Musta torvisieni, Svart trumpetsvamp, Trompette des Mortes
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