Tulip Morel

Morchella diminutiva

Family: Morchellaceae

Also called: Tulip Morel, Eastern Small Yellow Morel

Tulip Morel (Morchella diminutiva)
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Overview

Small yellow morel of the eastern US, often the first species up — tied to tulip poplar. Choice; cook thoroughly.

Edibility
Edible
Rarity
common
Trophic mode
saprotrophic
Typical peak
Apr–May

Season

Mar–Jun — typical fruiting months: Feb, Mar, Apr, May.

Host trees & substrate

  • Decaying tulip poplar wood and forest litter

Where it grows

See live fruiting predictions for Tulip Morel on the forecast home page, or browse the full field guide.

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