Key Identification Features
- Small tan to orange-brown cap with central depression (navel-like umbo)
- soft brittle spines (teeth) hanging from underside instead of gills or pores
- white to cream spines
- white spore print
- mild pleasant flavor
- cap 2-6 cm
Preparation Notes
Excellent mild edible mushroom. Saute in butter. The teeth make it nearly impossible to confuse with toxic species.
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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