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False Morel

Gyromitra esculenta

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Pezizomycetes ›Order: Pezizales ›Family: Discinaceae ›Genus: Gyromitra

About

Gyromitra esculenta /ˌdʒaɪroʊˈmaɪtrə ˌɛskjəˈlɛntə, ˌdʒɪrə-/, is an ascomycete fungus from the genus Gyromitra, widely distributed across Europe and North America. It normally fruits in sandy soils under coniferous trees in spring and early summer. The fruiting body, or mushroom, is an irregular brain-shaped cap dark brown in colour that can reach 10 cm (4 in) high and 15 cm (6 in) wide, perched on a stout white stipe up to 6 cm (2.4 in) high.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of False Morel?
The scientific name of False Morel is Gyromitra esculenta.
What kingdom does False Morel belong to?
False Morel belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does False Morel belong to?
False Morel belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does False Morel belong to?
False Morel belongs to the class Pezizomycetes.
What order does False Morel belong to?
False Morel belongs to the order Pezizales.
What family does False Morel belong to?
False Morel belongs to the family Discinaceae.
What genus does False Morel belong to?
False Morel belongs to the genus Gyromitra.