Cantharellaceae

English: Chanterelle family
Dutch: Cantharelfamilie

The Cantharellaceae is a family comprising about 6 genera and 200+ species. They are distributed worldwide and include the highly prized chanterelles. These mushrooms form ectomycorrhizal relationships with trees and are important edible mushrooms, though some species can cause gastric upset.

Key Identifying Features

• Hymenophore: Ridges, folds, or wrinkles instead of true gills (not separable from cap)
• Cap: Funnel-shaped or trumpet-shaped, often with wavy margins
• Color: Often yellow, orange, or golden (but some species are dark)
• Flesh: Firm, with fruity apricot-like scent
• Spore print: White to pale yellow or salmon
• Mycorrhizal: Associated with specific trees

Parent: Fungi