Club fox (Gomphus clavatus) photo and description

Club fox (Gomphus nailed)

Club fox (Gomphus nailed) is a mushroom of the Gomfaceae family (Gomphaceae). Previously, representatives of the Gomphus genus were considered relatives of chanterelles (hence one of the names), but as a result of molecular studies, it turned out that oars and gratings are much more related to them.

External description of the fungus

Fruiting bodies 14-16 cm high, 4-10 cm thick, can grow together with bases and lateral parts. The cap of a young mushroom has a purple hue, but becomes yellowish as it ripens. The lower part of the fungus has a yellowish-brown color, as well as plates that go down the stem and are highly branched. The leg of the club-shaped chanterelle (Gomphus clavatus) is characterized by high density, smooth surface and light brown tint. In mature mushrooms, the stem is often hollow from the inside.

Interestingly, even in mature mushrooms, the cap often does not turn yellow, retaining a purple hue. Along the edges, it is wavy, divided into lobes. The pulp of the fungus is characterized by a white (sometimes – fawn) tint; in places of cut, the color of the pulp does not change under the influence of atmospheric media.

Habitat and fruiting season

The club-shaped chanterelle (Gomphus clavatus) begins to bear fruit at the very beginning of summer, and the fruiting process ends in late autumn. The fungus is found mainly in deciduous forests, in moss or grass, in mixed woodlands.

Edibility

Club-shaped chanterelles are edible, have a pleasant taste. They can be dried, pickled, boiled and fried.

The spores of the club chanterelle fungus (Gomphus clavatus) are ellipsoid, finely furrowed, characterized by a pale yellow tint.