The blackberry yellow mushroom is a very interesting representative of the genus Gidnum. It belongs to the family Hedgehogs. In Latin, this mushroom is called Hydnum Repandum. However, in addition to scientific names, there are others: a coral- shaped blackberry, dentinum, yellow blackberry, and a hydnum notch. This fungus practically does not spoil pests.
Description
The classic blackberry mushroom has a fruiting body whose height does not exceed 10 centimeters. The diameter of the cap is about 15 centimeters. Its surface is somewhat uneven, with noticeable tubercles. The color of the hat ranges from yellow to orange. Partly because of the color, partly because of similar morphological characters, it is often confused with the chanterelle. The blackberry mushroom has a very interesting flesh, which is characterized by a large meatiness and a thin, implicit fruity smell. Her color is white. It should be noted that novice fans of the “silent hunt” with insufficiently rich experience can confuse blackberries with some varieties of inedible or toxic mushrooms that have similar morphological characteristics. Therefore, going to the collection, you need to carefully study the features and external signs that distinguish the blackberry mushroom. A photo of him can be seen in this article.
Mushroom speciesThere are several different subspecies of blackberries, which often differ significantly from each other in various ways. And among them there are both edible and dangerous species. The most common varieties of blackberries include such edible mushrooms that are popular in many regions : Hydnum albidum (different in the white color of the hat), Hydnum rufescens (different in red-yellow or orange color of the hat). There are also Blackberries Hydnum umbilicatum, but they are most commonly found in North America. These mushrooms can not be found in the suburbs.
Habitat and distribution
Blackberries are common throughout the European part of the Russian Federation. They also grow in the Far Eastern regions and in Siberia. The blackberry mushroom is distributed throughout the temperate zone of the northern hemisphere of the planet. This species grows in deciduous and coniferous forests. The season of its collection begins in mid-autumn and lasts until the first frost.
Culinary characteristicsWhen a highly qualified culinary specialist is taken for the preparation of these mushrooms, the result is a real masterpiece.
In French cuisine, blackberry mushroom is considered one of the most delicious, delicious dishes. Julienne and mousse are made from it, served as a main dish, as a snack or side dish. Soups and salads are also made from this mushroom. In domestic cuisine, it is mainly stewed and fried.
The best for culinary use are considered to be young blackberry mushrooms. Sometimes they are confused with honey mushrooms. However, more mature specimens are suitable for creating culinary masterpieces. To improve the taste of old mushrooms, you must first boil them in salt water. Heat treatment removes the bitter taste. Mushroom powder is made from dried mushrooms, which is used as seasoning and gives the dishes a spicy taste.