|
United States · Ohio · Franklin| Common Animals Fish Mushrooms Flora |
Coprinopsis cinerea |
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coprinopsis_cinerea
June: The Grey Coprinus is at the peak of its growing season.
Not popular as an edible mushroom due to rapid decay Used in some cuisines fresh
Cap 2–5 cm, gray, initially bell-shaped, then dissolving Stem white, thin, fragile, up to 7 cm long
Grows on nutrient-rich soil, often on manure or compost Found in spring and summer in parks, gardens, and forests
Harvest young mushrooms before cap starts to dissolve Use quickly after picking due to rapid decomposition
Carefully clean from dirt and substrate remnants Not recommended for long storage due to rapid decay
Cap: Grayish, thin, quickly dissolving
Stem: White, thin and fragile
Stem: White, thin and fragile
Fried Gray Coprinopsis (Frying)
Requires quick cooking, delicate flavor
Requires quick cooking, delicate flavor
1. Clean mushrooms and quickly fry in butter.
2. Season with salt to taste.
3. Serve immediately after cooking.
2. Season with salt to taste.
3. Serve immediately after cooking.
Gray Coprinopsis Soup (Boiling)
Light mushroom flavor, quick cooking
Light mushroom flavor, quick cooking
1. Chop mushrooms and boil with vegetables for a few minutes.
2. Add spices to taste.
3. Serve hot.
2. Add spices to taste.
3. Serve hot.