Cantharellus Subalbidus
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Cantharellus subalbidus is a mushroom species that is found in North America, particularly in western North America.
Lookalikes include;
Potential lookalike mushrooms for Cantharellus subalbidus include:
1. White chanterelles (Cantharellus subpruinosus): This mushroom is similar in appearance to Cantharellus subalbidus but has a more robust stem and more widely spaced false gills.
2. False chanterelles (Hygrophoropsis aurantiaca): This mushroom has orange-yellow caps and stems that can be mistaken for Cantharellus subalbidus. However, false chanterelles have gills that are thick and widely spaced.
3. Jack-o'-lantern mushrooms (Omphalotus illudens): This mushroom has a similar shape and color to Cantharellus subalbidus but has true gills instead of false gills on the underside of the cap. It is also bioluminescent, meaning it glows in the dark.
Description
1. Cap: The cap of Cantharellus subalbidus is typically 2-10 cm in diameter, with a convex or wavy shape. The color of the cap ranges from pale yellow to creamy white, and it often has a slightly fuzzy or velvety texture.
2. Gills: Cantharellus subalbidus has false gills, which are forked and blunt-tipped ridges on the underside of the cap. The false gills are a lighter color than the cap and are typically widely spaced.
3. Stem: The stem of Cantharellus subalbidus is usually 2-8 cm long and 0.5-1.5 cm thick. It is typically the same color as the cap and has a smooth or slightly fuzzy texture.
4. Spores: The spores of Cantharellus subalbidus are elliptical or sausage-shaped, measuring 6-9 x 3-4 µm. They are typically white or cream-colored.
5. Habitat: Cantharellus subalbidus is typically found in mixed coniferous forests, particularly near pine trees. It often grows in groups on the ground and is most commonly found in late summer and early fall.
