Cantharellus Californicus
Image By Alan Rockefeller
Description
1. Cap: The cap of Cantharellus californicus is usually 2-10 cm in diameter and is smooth and wavy. It is yellow to orange-yellow in color and has a funnel or vase-like shape, with a depressed center and an upturned margin. The flesh of the cap is thick and firm.
2. Gills: Cantharellus californicus has false gills, which are ridges on the underside of the cap that are forked and blunt-tipped. The false gills are a lighter color than the cap, ranging from pale yellow to cream-colored.
3. Stem: The stem of Cantharellus californicus is usually 2-10 cm long and 0.5-2 cm thick. It is the same color as the cap and has a fibrous or stringy texture. The stem is often curved or bent and is usually thicker at the base.
4. Spores: The spores of Cantharellus californicus are white or cream-colored, elliptical in shape, and measure around 7-9 x 4-5 µm.
5. Habitat: Cantharellus californicus is usually found in mixed coniferous forests, often near oak trees. It grows on the ground, often in groups, and is usually most abundant in late summer or early fall.
