MYC / 0503 · Species record
Golden Chanterelle
Cantharellus cibarius
This record preserves catalog information. Its taxonomy, habitat, ecology and consumption status have not been independently reviewed.
01 / Overview
Meet the organism.
A golden funnel-shaped chanterelle known for ridged undersides, fruity aroma, and strong association with intact forest ecology.
02 / Classification
Its place in the collection.
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Phylum
- Not reviewed
- Order
- Not reviewed
- Family
- Not reviewed
- Genus · recorded
- Cantharellus
- Species · recorded
- Cantharellus cibarius
03 / Morphology
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Diagnostic structures, dimensions, spore characters and variation have not yet been documented from a species-specific source.
04 / Habitat & ecology
Within a living system.
Recorded habitat · unreviewed
Mossy conifer and hardwood forests in well-drained, low-disturbance soils
Ecological role
Supports forest nutrient exchange through mycorrhizal partnerships and indicates relatively stable woodland conditions.
Ecological descriptions do not measure soil condition or establish effects on livestock performance.
05 / Distinguishing features
Similar species.
A sourced comparison with similar species is not yet available. Do not infer an identification from this record or its images.
Edibility & toxicity
Edible · Recorded catalog status, not an assessment of a specimen.
Never use this catalog, its photographs, or demonstration models to decide whether a fungus is safe to consume.
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