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Beech Mushroom (Hypsizygus tessulatus) — mushroom identification photo

Beech Mushroom

Hypsizygus tessulatus

✓ Edible
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Cap color
Cream to tan with waterspot marks
Cap size
3-10cm
Gill color
White
Gill attachment
Adnate
Stem
White, firm, clustered
Texture
Firm and crunchy
Habitat
On beech and other hardwoods
Fruiting season
Fall-Winter
Peak season
Fall-Winter

Key Identification Features

Preparation Notes

Cook before eating. Mild pleasant flavor. Excellent in soups and stir-fries.

Regions Found

Region data not available

Look-Alikes

No documented look-alikes on record.

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