White morel
Morchella americana
A species of True morels. Also known as Blonde morel.
The distinctive cap of the white morel (Morchella americana) is notably nourishing, making it a prized discovery for mushroom hunters. As a market commodity, these are a highly expensive, seasonal delicacy. Uniquely among fungi, the white morel flourishes even with minimal or no shade, and its coloration can span from a warm, golden-blonde to an unappealing grey.
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Attributes of White morel
Cap Diameter
1.5 - 4 cm
Height
6 - 18 cm
Cap
1.5 - 4 cm across, egg-shaped; white, yellowish, brownish
Stem
Stem 2-24 cm x 1.6-14 cm; nearly equal, or enlarged toward the base; whitish
Flesh
0.1-0.3 thick in the hollow cap; whitish
Spore Print Color
Cream to yellow
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
YellowGrayWhite
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Solitary, Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On soil
Species Status
Common from the Great Plains eastward
Endangered Species
No
Scientific Classification of White morel
Phylum
Sac fungi
Class
Pezizomycetes
Order
Pezizales
Family
Morchellaceae\n
Genus
True morels
Toxicity and Edibility of White morel
Is White morel Toxic?
Toxicity information is not available for this mushroom. Always consult with an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.
