Amethyst Chanterelle

Cantharellus amethysteus

Family: Cantharellaceae

Also called: Amethyst Chanterelle, Violet Chanterelle

Amethyst Chanterelle (Cantharellus amethysteus)
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Overview

Golden chanterelle with diagnostic lilac to violet scales on the cap surface. Beech and oak woods of Central and Western Europe. Excellent edible, identical use to C. cibarius.

Edibility
Edible
Rarity
uncommon
Trophic mode
mycorrhizal
Typical peak
Sep

Season

Aug–Oct — typical fruiting months: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Host trees & substrate

  • Mycorrhizal with beech
  • Mycorrhizal with oak

Where it grows

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