Rocky Mountain Chanterelle

Cantharellus roseocanus

Also called: Rocky Mountain Chanterelle, Pink Chanterelle, Rosy Chanterelle

Rocky Mountain Chanterelle (Cantharellus roseocanus)
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Overview

Spruce-fir chanterelle. Triggered by Aug monsoon precipitation.

Edibility
Edible
Rarity
uncommon
Trophic mode
mycorrhizal
Typical peak
Aug

Season

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

Host trees & substrate

  • Spruce-fir

Where it grows

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