Cantharellus cinnabarinus
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About
Cantharellus cinnabarinus, the red chanterelle, is a species of fungus. It is a member of the genus Cantharellus along with other chanterelles. Its distinctive red color is imparted by the carotenoid canthaxanthin. Widely distributed in eastern Northern America, it fruits in association with hardwood trees in the summer and fall.
- Family
- Hydnaceae
How to use it
The red chanterelle plays an important ecological role by forming symbiotic relationships with hardwood trees. This helps improve soil health and supports forest ecosystems. While not commonly consumed, its vibrant appearance can add beauty to natural landscapes.
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- Name
- Cantharellus cinnabarinus
- Slug
- cantharellus-cinnabarinus
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Family
- Hydnaceae
- Genus
- Cantharellus
- Species
- cinnabarinus
- Wikidata QID
- Q5033735
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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