Key Identification Features
- Honeycomb-pitted cap fully attached to hollow stem at base
- entirely hollow when sliced lengthwise
- cap pits dark brown to tan
- no skirt or ring
- grows near dying elms, ash, apple trees in spring
Preparation Notes
Must be cooked thoroughly — raw morels cause GI distress. Sauté in butter. Slice lengthwise to verify hollow interior and inspect for insects.
Regions Found
Region data not available
Look-Alikes
No documented look-alikes on record.
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