Cantharellus

species of fungus

Cantharellus is a genus of mushrooms, commonly known as chanterelles (), a name which can also refer to the type species, Cantharellus cibarius. They are mycorrhizal fungi, meaning they form symbiotic associations with plants. Chanterelles may resemble a number of other species, some of which are poisonous.

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

thumb|One of several species called "chanterelle", Cantharellus cibarius thumb|Chanterelles on sale in San Francisco Chanterelle is the common name of several species of agaricomycetous fungi in the genera Cantharellus, Craterellus, Gomphus and Polyozellus. These fungi are orange, yellow or white, meaty and funnel-shaped. On the lower surface, most species have rounded, forked folds that run almost all the way down the stipe, which tapers down from the cap. Many species emit a fruity aroma and often have a mildly peppery taste.

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungus

species of fungi in the genus Cantharellus

species of fungus