Morels, Truffles and other Spring Mushrooms
by Michael W. Beug Email: beugm@evergreen.edu
The Evergreen State College, Olympia WA
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Albatrellus ovinus is another spring and summer species that is edible when simmered thoroughly and carefully, though it can become slimy and large quantities can have a laxative effect. This species is found in mixed woods and under conifers worldwide in northern temperate forests. Albatrellus ovinus can be very abundant, sometimes growing in large fused masses. There are three of for highly similar edible species with caps ranging from purplish to yellowish or orangish. 
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