Olive-brown waxy cap
Hygrophorus hypothejus
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The story
In Europe, the arrival of the olive-brown waxy cap is a seasonal milestone. Known as the herald of the winter, this fungus makes its appearance in coniferous forests during late autumn. Its sudden emergence, often alongside the very first frosts of the year, serves as a natural signpost that winter has truly arrived.
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- Family
- Hygrophoraceae
How to use it
The olive-brown waxy cap is an edible fungus that can be foraged in late autumn, particularly in coniferous forests. Its unique timing and habitat make it a noteworthy addition to the culinary landscape during the colder months.
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In the kitchen
This fungus, commonly known as the olive-brown waxy cap, is an edible species.
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About
Hygrophorus hypothejus, commonly known as the olive-brown waxy cap, or herald of the winter, is an edible species of fungus in the genus Hygrophorus native to Europe. It appears in late autumn in coniferous forests, often with the first frosts.
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- Name
- Hygrophorus hypothejus
- Slug
- hygrophorus-hypothejus
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Family
- Hygrophoraceae
- Genus
- Hygrophorus
- Species
- hypothejus
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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